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Dr. Shumei Kato, MD

Medical Oncology* Age 44
Dr. Shumei Kato, MD
2.5 (8 Ratings)

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Dr. Shumei Kato, MD is a Medical Oncologist in La Jolla, CA.
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Dr. Shumei Kato, MD

Medical Oncology* Age 44
La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Shumei Kato, MD is a Medical Oncologist in La Jolla, CA.

About

Dr. Kato graduated from Nippon Medical School. Dr. Shumei Kato, MD is a Medical Oncologist in La Jolla, CA and has 19 years experience. Dr. Kato currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center and Eisenhower Medical Center. Dr. Kato has experience treating conditions like Colorectal Cancer and Anal and Rectal Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kato received an average rating of 2.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Kato's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kato also speaks Japanese. Dr. Kato is board certified in Medical Oncology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Locations

  1. 1 UCSD Heath Care
    3855 Health Sciences Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 822-2372
  2. 2 Eisenhower Health
    39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 773-4383
  3. 3 Office
    3855 Health Sciences Dr # 0987, La Jolla, CA 92093
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 822-5182
  4. 4 UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
    1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 792-6161
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  5. 5 UC San Diego
    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 657-7000

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Mar 20, 2019
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Languages Spoken
Japanese
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Specialties*
Medical Oncology
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Education

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Medical Education
  • Nippon Medical School
    2005
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  • Medical Oncology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Shumei Kato, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kato's profile.

Dr. Kato frequently treats the following conditions: Colorectal Cancer and Anal and Rectal Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Shumei Kato, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center and Eisenhower Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Shumei Kato, MD holds board certification in Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center

    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA

  • Eisenhower Medical Center

    39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA