Specialty Gyn Oncology Facility Oakland Medical Center Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Address 3779 Piedmont Avenue Third Floor Oakland CA 94611 Map & Directions Telephone Urgent Appointments: (510) 752-1080 Routine Appointments: (510) 752-1100 Cancellation: (510) 752-6387 Mammogram Scheduling: (510) 752-7593 Labor and Delivery Advice (24 hours): (510) 752-6274 Pregnancy Test Instructions: (510) 752-6384 Prenatal Classes: (510) 752-6150 Birth Center Tour: (510) 752-6150 Lactation Clinic: (510) 752-7557 E-mail your doctor

Department Hours

Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Closed	8:30 am 4:30 pm	8:30 am 4:30 pm	8:30 am 4:30 pm	8:30 am 4:30 pm	8:30 am 4:30 pm	Closed
Closed during lunch, 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm

About Me

Joined Kaiser in: 2002
Special clinical interests: Ovarian carcinoma, antiangiogenic treatment of cancer
Awards/Honors: Outstanding First Year Resident; Resident Teaching Award; Fellow's Teaching Award; 2001 GlaxoSmithKline National Gynecologic Oncology Fellow's Forum
Other languages: Fluent in Italian

My specialty is Gynecologic Oncology. This specialty concentrates on the surgical and medical treatment of cancers of the female reproductive tract. Most commonly these are cancers of the ovary, uterus or cervix. In addition to a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncologists have to undergo additional training (a fellowship) to learn advanced gynecologic surgery and the management of chemotherapy and associated medical issues.

I chose this specialty because it allows me to help people during a difficult point in their lives. Facing the possibility of cancer can be scary and overwhelming. I strive to treat the whole person and explain medical facts so that you understand your condition and can be an active participant in your treatment. Additionally, because Gynecologic Oncologists are trained in both the surgical and medical management of these cancers, I can provide "global care" for most of my patients.

I am a member of the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the Western Association of Gynecologic Oncologists, the Massachusetts Medical Society and the Alameda-Contra Costa Medical Association. I have also written articles and given presentations in the field of Gynecologic Oncology.

Though I was was born in Italy, my family moved to New York City when I was a child. I moved to California to advance my medical training and eventually settled here when I had the opportunity to be part of Kaiser Permanente. I am devoted to my work but also quite devoted to my wife Anna and my daughter Olivia. Most of my "out of office" time is spent with them.

My Credentials

Medical school	Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA
Internship	Brookdale Hospital Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
Residency	Stanford University Hospital, Stanford, CA
Fellowship	UC San Francisco Medical Center, San Francisco, CA
Fellowship	Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA
Board certification	Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Board certification	Gynecologic Oncology, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

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