Summary

Dr. Joan Fisher is a board-certified oncologist who specializes in cancer care, pediatrics, and hospice and palliative medicine. She completed her medical education at Stanford University School of Medicine, where she also finished her residency training. With 36 years of clinical experience, Dr. Fisher brings extensive expertise to her practice caring for patients with complex medical needs. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Fisher practices at multiple Stanford Health Care locations throughout Palo Alto and also sees patients in San Francisco. Her clinical expertise includes treating conditions such as iron deficiency anemia, joint pain, and osteonecrosis. She has earned exceptional patient satisfaction scores, receiving a perfect 5.0 rating from patients on Vitals. Her combination of oncology training and palliative medicine specialization allows her to provide comprehensive care focused on both treatment and comfort for patients and their families.

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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

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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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
Palo Alto , CASan Jose , CAPalo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS 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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Stanford University School Of Medicine

Medical School

Stanford University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1990

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Joan Fisher accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joan Fisher has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Joan Fisher's office located?
Dr. Joan Fisher's office is located at 725 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
What languages does Dr. Joan Fisher speak?
Dr. Joan Fisher speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Joan Fisher accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joan Fisher accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joan Fisher?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joan Fisher here on Vitals.

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