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Summary
Dr. Derrick Tao specializes in oncology with additional training in internal medicine, focusing on cancer care and comprehensive patient treatment. He earned his medical degree from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and brings eight years of clinical experience to his practice.
Dr. Tao is affiliated with multiple prestigious medical centers, including University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion and UCSF Cancer Hospital at Mission Bay in San Francisco, California, as well as The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. His expertise includes treating skin cancers such as basal cell carcinoma and melanoma. He also addresses cancer-related fatigue in his patients and performs diagnostic blood work including metabolic panels and kidney function tests.
Dr. Tao is affiliated with multiple prestigious medical centers, including University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion and UCSF Cancer Hospital at Mission Bay in San Francisco, California, as well as The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. His expertise includes treating skin cancers such as basal cell carcinoma and melanoma. He also addresses cancer-related fatigue in his patients and performs diagnostic blood work including metabolic panels and kidney function tests.
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Quick Facts
- 8 years of experience
- Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 7 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Derrick Law Tao has 6 locationsUcsf Melanoma And Skin Cancer Program
1825 4th St Fl 3San Francisco, CA 94143MonClosed
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Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center
1515 Holcombe BlvdHouston, TX 77030 Tel: (713) 792-2121
University Of California San Francisco Medical Center At Parnassus
505 Parnassus AveSan Francisco, CA 94143 Tel: (415) 476-1000
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 8 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Chinese, Spanish | |
| San Francisco , CA | San Clemente , CA | Hercules , CA | Walnut Creek , CA |
| Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: Far Eastern University Inst Of Med Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation | Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Derrick Law Tao has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Derrick Law Tao has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
8 Years Experience
Dr. Derrick Law Tao holds inactive and active medical licenses in the states of Texas and California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine in 2018.
NPI Number
Dr. Tao's NPI number is 1881190254.
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- Dr. Derrick Tao's office is located at 1825 4th St Fl 3, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Derrick Tao affiliated with?
- Dr. Derrick Tao is affiliated with University Of California San Francisco Medical Center At Mount Zion, Ucsf Health St Marys Hospital, Oregon Health And Science University Hospital, The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center, Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights, Ucsf Cancer Hospital At Mission Bay, and Ucsf Betty Irene Moore Womens Hospital.
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