Summary

Dr. Derek Shek is a medical oncologist and internal medicine specialist with 22 years of experience caring for patients with cancer and complex medical conditions. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, bringing more than two decades of expertise to his practice. Dr. Shek provides care in English to serve his diverse patient community.

Dr. Shek practices at Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center in San Leandro, California. He specializes in treating various types of lung cancer, including both non-small cell and small cell lung cancer. His expertise includes infusion therapy to deliver cancer treatments directly to patients. Patients rate Dr. Shek 4.6 out of 5 stars for his compassionate and comprehensive cancer care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 22 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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San Leandro , CAPalo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Derek Wayjun Shek has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Derek Wayjun Shek has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Check-up
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Heartburn
  • Hepatitis C
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Leukemia
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Northwestern University Feinberg School Of MedicineGraduated in 2004

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Dr. Derek Shek is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center.
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