Summary

Dr. Samuel So is a board-certified oncology and surgery specialist with 48 years of experience treating patients with complex cancer conditions. They earned their medical degree from Li Ka Shing Faculty Of Medicine University Of Hong Kong and completed residency training at University Of Minnesota Health Care System. Dr. So speaks both Spanish and English, helping them connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. So practices at Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto, California, where they focus on treating serious liver conditions including hepatitis B and liver cancer. They perform diagnostic procedures such as abdominal ultrasounds and blood tests to help identify and monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. So highly for their care, with an average rating of 5.0 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 48 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Minnesota Health Care System
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Samuel So

875 Blake Wilbur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

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Med School: Li Ka Shing Faculty Of Medicine University Of Hong Kong Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Samuel So

  • Aetna
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Samuel So has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Samuel So has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • Liver Cancer
  • Oncologist

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Samuel So 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

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Minnesota Health Care System.

Medical School

Graduated from Li Ka Shing Faculty Of Medicine University Of Hong Kong in 1978.

NPI Number

Samuel So's NPI number is 1982730065.

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Samuel So's office is located at 875 Blake Wilbur Dr, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
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