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Summary
Dr. Derrick Tao treats basal cell skin cancer, melanoma, and fatigue. He practices oncology and internal medicine, seeing patients in San Francisco, California, and Houston, Texas. Dr. Tao earned his medical degree from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and is affiliated with University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion, UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital, and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, among others.
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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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| Dr. Derrick Law Tao, MD | Dr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MD | Dr. Donna Hoghooghi, MD | Willy Wiyasa Tjong |
| Oncology | Oncology | Neuroradiology | Diagnostic Radiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 8 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| San Francisco , CA | San Clemente , CA | Greenbrae , CA | Rochester , NY |
| Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine | Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derrick Law Tao
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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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Frequently Asked Questions
- 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.
- Where is Dr. Derrick Tao's office located?
- Dr. Derrick Tao's office is located at 1825 4th St Fl 3, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
- Does Dr. Derrick Tao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Derrick Tao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Is Dr. Derrick Tao accepting new patients?
- Dr. Derrick Tao has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Derrick Tao?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Derrick Tao here on Vitals.
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