Summary

Dr. Chase M. Heaton is a head and neck and reconstructive surgeon at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. He specializes in treating benign and malignant tumors of the oral cavity, oropharynx, larynx, thyroid, skin and salivary glands.Heaton is fellowship trained in microvascular reconstruction for head and neck cancers (an advanced technique that uses blood vessels and tissues from other parts of the patient's body for repair following tumor removal). He also has experience in transoral robotic surgery for removal of head and neck tumors. Seeking to ensure the best possible care, Heaton is committed to working with patients on individualized treatment plans.In addition to treating patients, Heaton conducts research on patient outcomes following head and neck surgery. He also teaches and mentors UCSF medical students and otolaryngology residents.Heaton completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Notre Dame and earned a medical degree at the Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago. After finishing a residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at UCSF, he completed a one-year fellowship in head and neck oncology and microvascular reconstructive surgery at UCSF. He joined the UCSF faculty full time in 2015.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 17 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • UCSF
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Oral Dysplasia Program

1825 4th St # 5San Francisco, CA 94143

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryPlastic SurgeryAllergy & ImmunologyOtolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
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17 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, French Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English
San Francisco , CASan Francisco , CAWalnut Creek , CASan Francisco , CA
Med School: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Chase Michael Heaton

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Chase Michael Heaton has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Chase Michael Heaton has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Otolaryngology
  • Sleep Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

UCSF2015

Residency

UCSF2014
UCSF2010

Medical School

Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of MedicineGraduated in 2009

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Chase Heaton speak?
Dr. Chase Heaton speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Chase Heaton affiliated with?
Dr. Chase Heaton is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.

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