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Sue Yom, MD, PhD
Radiation Oncology • Otolaryngology- Telehealth Visits
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Sue Yom, MD, PhD
Radiation Oncology • Otolaryngology- Telehealth Visits
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About me
Dr. Sue Yom is an expert in the radiation treatment and management of head, neck and lung cancers.
In her research, Yom studies chemoradiation (a combination of chemotherapy and radiation) for these cancers. She also investigates image-guided radiation therapy and ways to reduce toxic effects using focused radiation techniques, emerging biological agents and radiation protectants.
Yom earned her medical and doctoral degrees at the University of Pennsylvania. She completed a residency in radiation oncology at the MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Yom has received numerous awards recognizing her commitment to patient care and patient-oriented research.
Education & training
Board certification
- Radiation Oncology, American Board of Radiology
Residency
- Radiation Oncology, University of Texas Health Science Ctr - Houston
Internship
- Internal Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center
Degree
- MD, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Academic title
- Clinical Professor
My expertise
Specialties
Conditions
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Thoracic Cancer
- Skin Cancer
Treatments
- Radiation Treatment
- Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy
- Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy
- Three-Dimensional Conformal Radiation Therapy
- Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy
- Image-Guided Radiation Therapy
- External Beam Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy Simulation
Locations
My research
Publications
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- June 25, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Yom Is an amazing care provider, I have been under her care for the past 6 years and these are adjectives I'd use to describe Dr.Yom: brilliantly intelligent, amazingly skilled, humanly approachable.
- June 17, 20265 out of 5 Stars
My Provider Dr. Yom explained test results, listened to my concerns and helped put a plan together to address my concerns. She also made recommendations which I appreciated.
- June 7, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Outstanding doctor.
- May 12, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr Sue Yom has always been a positive influence on my recovery. She gives me great advice and direction on my healing process.
- May 5, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr Yom is always so attentive and listens. I would and have recommend loved ones and acquaintances to UCSF due to the amazing service I receive.
- April 14, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr Yom is wonderful. Caring and professional.
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