Patrick Ha

MD

Otolaryngologist
Head and neck surgeon

Dr. Patrick Ha is chief of the UCSF Division of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology. His expertise in patient care covers the full scope of head and neck surgery, with a focus on thyroid and parathyroid surgery as well as endoscopic approaches to throat cancer surgery.

Ha's research is currently focused on molecular changes that occur in adenoid cystic carcinoma of the salivary gland.

Ha received an undergraduate degree in biology from Harvard University, graduating magna cum laude. He obtained his medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, graduating with membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He then completed his residency training and a postdoctoral fellowship at the otolaryngology department of Johns Hopkins, along with advanced fellowship training in head and neck oncologic surgery.

Ha serves on the editorial board of several medical journals, including Oral Oncology. He is the Irwin Mark Jacobs and Joan Klein Jacobs Distinguished Professor in Head and Neck Cancer.

  • Education

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 1999

  • Residencies

    Johns Hopkins Hospital, Otolaryngology, 2005

  • Board Certifications

    Otolaryngology, American Board of Otolaryngology

  • Academic Title

    Professor

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"When I go to work, we all share the same vision, from the patient, to the provider, to every staff member."

Meet Dr. Ha

Where I see patients (4)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    359 Ratings
    About our process
    Dec 19, 2024
    Dr Ha is compassionate, down to earth and thorough. I can't ask for a better experience.
    Dec 03, 2024
    Doctor Patrick Ha is very clear with explanations, overall an amazing doctor
    Dec 02, 2024
    Dr. Ha is the absolute best! I appreciate him. He is very kind and most of all, he saved my life.
    Nov 05, 2024
    I would have liked to discuss about where the problem comes from, not only about treating the symptoms.
    Oct 31, 2024
    Dr Ha is an excellent caring physician!
    Oct 17, 2024
    Lovely experience. Felt very safe and cared for. My doctor was authentic and personable.
    Oct 15, 2024
    Nothing but good to say about Dr Ha and his staff.
    Oct 15, 2024
    Very brief visit.
    Oct 08, 2024
    Dr Ha, show great empathy towards his patience. I am comfortable that decisions are not made lightly. Dr Ha is thorough before making a decision.
    Oct 01, 2024
    What a fabulous physician. Thorough and straight forward.
    Sep 27, 2024
    Very Good
    Sep 05, 2024
    Dr. Ha listened to my questions, shared information from my Pet Scan, and MRI in a manner that my wife and I could understand. We were both very pleased with our appointment.
    Aug 27, 2024
    Dr. Ha is always kind, compassionate, & caring.He listens to my concerns, not hurried, always professional & responds promptly his messages In my chart.
    Jun 18, 2024
    The treatment I get at this clinic by Dr. Ha and his team is always first class.
    Jun 05, 2024
    Dr. Ha has seen me for 7 years. He is skilled and has an old school style of caring for the patient. Also Lois is excellent.
    Jun 04, 2024
    Dr. Ha is by far the best doctor I have ever had! I'm not exactly young so that's saying something.
    May 25, 2024
    Dr. Ha is one of the most amazing doctors I have ever met. He is kind, patient and compassionate. He has the ability to explain my situation in a clear, concise and understandable manner. I feel blessed to have this man as my doctor. No matter what happens, I know that I have the best care humanly possible with Dr. Ha.
    May 14, 2024
    Dr. HA is a "GOAT".
    May 07, 2024
    Dr Ha is always professional and personable. He is very resourceful; a great problem solver. He has a great sense of humor.
    May 07, 2024
    I'm grateful to have Dr Ha to take care of me. Can't ask for a better one.
    May 01, 2024
    Dr Ha is the best. Great doctor with great people skills!!
    Apr 27, 2024
    Outstanding communication skills. Our session left me feeling confident that I would get great care. Very thorough. He never seemed rushed. Very patient.
    Apr 06, 2024
    Dr. Ha is a very professional doctor, I'm very happy he is my doctor.
    Apr 04, 2024
    Love my provider
    Dec 26, 2023
    The car provider is always fantastic
    Nov 29, 2023
    Dr. Ha is professional, personable, kind. & caring.He takes time to listen; positive & encouraging.
    Nov 22, 2023
    This is the first time I feel that my medical-related issues/complaints were dismissed by a provider and this includes the resident. They seemed to be in a rush seeing me as well. They did not show any concerns at all.
    Nov 21, 2023
    Everyone was exceptionally kind and professional
    Nov 19, 2023
    Good
    Nov 17, 2023
    Dr. Ha is absolutely amazing. I'm hugely grateful to be able to know and benefit from his kindness and clear wisdom!
    Nov 17, 2023
    Dr Ha is an excellent doctor. So thankful to have him as my doctor and UCSF to support great doctors
    Nov 07, 2023
    Dr. Ha and her Assistants are excellent doctors and human being.
    Nov 06, 2023
    Dr Ha was very professional and caring!
    Oct 31, 2023
    They knew about my needle phobia.
    Oct 24, 2023
    Dr Ha is simply the best. He listens, cares and is always responsive when I need him! We are so very lucky to have him assisting us!
    Oct 12, 2023
    I cannot begin to explain how exceptional Dr. Ha is. His bedside manner and professional is second to none. Always upbeat and helpful, and very knowledgable. Wish all physicians were like him.
    Oct 12, 2023
    Very pleased with Dr. Ha and his team.
    Oct 03, 2023
    I'm so very lucky to have doctor Ha taking care of me. His kindness and confidence helps me in every way
    Sep 21, 2023
    Dr. Ha is the BEST...
    Sep 09, 2023
    The care I have received so far has been exceptional and I recommend UCSF to everyone needing care.
    Sep 09, 2023
    Dr Ha is great!
    Sep 02, 2023
    Initial visit was very informative and helpful.
    Aug 29, 2023
    Main concern is delay in getting biopsy results. Was originally led to believe it would be 2 weeks, and now it is 2-3 weeks. Stressful waiting for results.
    Aug 11, 2023
    Listens well and answers questions
    Aug 09, 2023
    Dr Ha is great. Super clear communicator. I really appreciate the coordination within the team. Everything is seamless. Great follow up news and clear steps going forward!!
    Aug 08, 2023
    Dr Ha really made me feel even though it might take more time a better plan will be in place
    Aug 01, 2023
    I guess squamous cell carcinoma doesn't always just leave, but mine has definitely not changed in the last two years. Dr. Ha wants to make sure I am safe and healthy. I am an interesting patient for sure.
    Jul 18, 2023
    Excellent communication
    Jun 27, 2023
    Outstanding
    Jun 06, 2023
    A cool attention
    May 25, 2023
    Honestly it was a great experience, with a situation that was not happy
    May 20, 2023
    Dr. Ha was beyond very good. On this scale of 5, I would give him a 10!
    May 18, 2023
    Dr. Ha is the best. Helpful, smart, attentive and much more.
    May 16, 2023
    Dr Ha is knowledgeable, professional, kind and compassionate. The best.
    Apr 05, 2023
    Dr. Ha is always dedicated to exceptional service & I will highly recommend him to others.
    Apr 04, 2023
    Thoughtful. Empathic and personable.
    Apr 04, 2023
    I have heard from people who have gone to Dr Ha and seen his work. All rave reviews
    Apr 01, 2023
    He was excellent, very professional and knowledgeable
    Mar 31, 2023
    Easily communicated and shows care during conference.
    Mar 28, 2023
    Doctor Ha is a wonderful man, a devoted doctor and exceedingly professional. He puts a patient at ease because he is competent and caring.
    Mar 28, 2023
    Felt confidence in Dr.
    Mar 16, 2023
    My local ENT raved about Dr. Ha, and after my first visit, I know why. He's amazing in the way that he explained everything in laymen's terms, his friendly and confident demeanor, which immediately put me at ease during this stressful first visit, and how he listened to me. I went in with three pages of questions and by the time he finished, he had answered nearly all of them without me having to ask.

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