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3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Jelena Kao is a medical doctor specializing in hematology and oncology with 29 years of experience treating patients with blood disorders and cancer. She earned her medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and is fluent in Serbian, helping her connect with a diverse patient population.
Dr. Kao practices at John Muir Health in Walnut Creek, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Mills Health Center. Her expertise includes caring for patients with breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent disease and Paget disease of the breast. She performs infusion therapy and diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts and white blood cell differentials to monitor patient health throughout treatment. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kao highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Kao practices at John Muir Health in Walnut Creek, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Mills Health Center. Her expertise includes caring for patients with breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent disease and Paget disease of the breast. She performs infusion therapy and diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts and white blood cell differentials to monitor patient health throughout treatment. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kao highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 29 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Serbian
- Stanford University School Of Medicine
- 1 written review
- 3 specialties
- 20 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Jelena Kao, MD | Brian Vikstrom, MD | Jonathan Lopez, MD | James Long, MD |
| Hematology | Hematology | Hematology | Hematology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 29 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Serbian | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Walnut Creek , CA | Vacaville , CA | Vacaville , CA | Vacaville , CA |
| Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons | Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jelena Kao
Medical Specialties
Jelena Kao has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Jelena Kao has the following 20 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
Jelena Kao holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Stanford University School Of Medicine in 2002 and Creighton University School Of Medicine in 1997.
NPI Number
Jelena Kao's NPI number is 1932242062.
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- Where is Jelena Kao's office located?
- Jelena Kao's office is located at 177 La Casa Via Ste 390, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598.
- Which hospitals is Jelena Kao affiliated with?
- Jelena Kao is affiliated with Mills Health Center.
- Does Jelena Kao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Jelena Kao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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