Summary

Dr. Samuel So is an oncology and surgery specialist who brings nearly five decades of medical expertise to patient care. They completed medical school at Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine at University of Hong Kong and continued training with a residency at University of Minnesota Health Care System. With 48 years of experience in medicine, Dr. So provides comprehensive care in both oncological treatment and surgical intervention. They communicate with patients in both Spanish and English.

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 complete blood counts and kidney function tests to monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. So highly for their care, giving them an average rating of 5.0. Their extensive experience allows them to provide thorough evaluations using abdominal ultrasound to assess organ health and guide treatment decisions.
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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

Dr. 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: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. 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

Dr. Samuel So has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Samuel So has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • Liver Cancer
  • Oncologist

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Minnesota Health Care System

Medical School

Li Ka Shing Faculty Of Medicine University Of Hong KongGraduated in 1978

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Where is Dr. Samuel So's office located?
Dr. Samuel So's office is located at 875 Blake Wilbur Dr, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
Which hospitals is Dr. Samuel So affiliated with?
Dr. Samuel So is affiliated with Stanford Hospital.

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