Summary

Dr. Joan Fisher is an oncologist who specializes in pediatrics and hospice & palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine, where she also completed her residency training. With 36 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Fisher brings extensive knowledge to her practice caring for patients with complex conditions. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Fisher practices at multiple locations in Palo Alto and San Francisco, California, including Stanford Health Care and Stanford Hospital. She focuses on treating children with brain tumors, astrocytoma, and other forms of brain cancer. Her expertise includes providing infusion therapy and intravenous treatments to help patients receive the specialized care they need. Patients have given her an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her compassionate approach to oncology care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 36 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Joan Mistretta Fisher has 5 locations

Dr. Joan Mistretta Fisher

725 Welch RdPalo Alto, CA 94304

Stanford Health Care

500 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

Sutter Health Cpmc California Campus

3700 California StSan Francisco, CA 94118
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Stanford Medicine Pediatrics

453 Quarry Rd # Mc5660Palo Alto, CA 94304

Stanford Hospital

300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

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Dr. Joan Mistretta Fisher, MDDr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MDSasivara ReungpeerakulWendy Ann Whitehill
OncologyOncologyPediatricsPediatrics
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
36 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Palo Alto , CASan Clemente , CASUNNYVALE , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Prince Of Songkla University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joan Mistretta Fisher

  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joan Mistretta Fisher has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joan Mistretta Fisher has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Anemia
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. Joan Mistretta Fisher holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Stanford University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Stanford University School Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Fisher's NPI number is 1316919731.

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Dr. Joan Fisher speaks English and Spanish.
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Dr. Joan Fisher's office is located at 725 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
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