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Carissa Chu, MD
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Carissa Chu, MD
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About me
Dr. Carissa Chu is a surgeon specializing in urologic cancers with experience in open and minimally invasive techniques.
Chu's research focuses on bladder and prostate cancer, including mechanisms of drug resistance and biological variation across different stages of disease. She runs a translational research lab that studies tumor tissues with the aim of improving treatments and identifying biomarkers to personalize care.
Chu earned her medical degree at UCSF, where she also completed a residency in urologic surgery. She completed a fellowship in urologic oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
Chu has earned multiple awards for her excellence in leadership, research and clinical care. These include the Peter T. Scardino Award for Leadership, a Young Investigator Award from the American Society of Clinical Oncology and a Ferdinand C. Valentine Fellowship for Research in the Field of Urology from the New York Academy of Medicine. She is also the recipient of training grants from the National Institutes of Health.
Education & training
Fellowship
- Urologic Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (GME)
Residency
- Urology, University of CA at San Francisco - Urology GME
Internship
- General Surgery, Univ of CA San Francisco Dept of Surgery
Degree
- MD, UCSF School of Medicine
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- February 26, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Chu is a consummate professional, caring as much about patients as her craft. She is kind, patient, knowledgeable, and competent.
- February 26, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Carissa Chu is wonderful.
- February 22, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Put plainly and simply: Dr Chu is rock solid. A blend of competence, compassion, and passion. There is a reason why I sought her out.-- and as is specific to my condition: I trust her with my life.
- February 16, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Absolutely excellent!! I will highly recommend Dr. Chu
- January 29, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Very pleased with the whole experience
- January 27, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Chu is a consummate professional
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