Wesley Kidder

MD MPH

Gastrointestinal oncologist

Dr. Wesley Kidder is a gastrointestinal oncologist with a special interest in colon and rectal cancers.

Kidder studies the role that the gut microbiome – the microorganisms that live in the digestive tract – plays in the development and treatment of colon and rectal cancers. His research includes examining the changes in the microbiome that occur following treatment with oral chemotherapy.

After earning a master of public health degree from the University of Southern California, Kidder earned his medical degree at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. He then completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of California, San Diego, where he served as chief resident. He completed a fellowship in hematology and medical oncology at UCSF, where he also served as the chief fellow for his final two years.

Kidder belongs to the American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Society of Hematology.

  • Education

    George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2011

    University of Southern California, MPH, 2005

  • Residencies

    UC San Diego, Internal Medicine, 2015

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Hematology and Medical Oncology, 2018

  • Board Certifications

    Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

    Medical Oncology, American Board of Internal Medicine

  • Academic Title

    Assistant Professor

Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    212 Ratings
    About our process
    Feb 11, 2023
    Dr Kidder is great
    Jan 26, 2023
    Very good
    Jan 15, 2023
    It was an OUTSTANDING interview
    Jan 14, 2023
    Good care
    Jan 13, 2023
    Dr. Kidder was prepared and answered all our questions and had read all my medical history. Truly a caring educated physician.
    Dec 30, 2022
    I just really appreciate the care and support that I receive from my Dr moving forward with my decision on future treatments Happy New Years to you all 2023
    Dec 20, 2022
    All experiences have been great!!!
    Dec 04, 2022
    I received very thorough and thoughtful information. Very impressed
    Nov 28, 2022
    Dr. Kidder is amazing!
    Nov 04, 2022
    Dr. Kidder is very friendly interested in his patients listens well and is thoughtful about his discussions.
    Oct 11, 2022
    Dr. Kidder was kind and thoughtful. He took time to get to know me as we talked. The discussions of my disease were very understandable. He answered questions I had from reading about it and when I asked for clarification of something he said. He had obviously read my files explained some thingsmy initial oncologist did not. He was not in a hurry and focused his attention on me which I really appreciated. He is a specialist in the rare type of cancer I have which was so helpful. He is a huge asset to your program.
    Sep 22, 2022
    A very kind and care doctor
    Aug 27, 2022
    Very good experience!
    Jul 29, 2022
    Could not have had a better experience with the Doctor.
    Jul 21, 2022
    Dr. Kidder is the best!!
    Jul 11, 2022
    Dr. Kidder explains things very well he also listens very well and answers any questions or concerns I have
    May 28, 2022
    Very good experience
    May 09, 2022
    Good
    Apr 16, 2022
    Good
    Mar 24, 2022
    Dr Kidder was very thorough in explaining the options concerning my medical condition
    Feb 28, 2022
    Dr. Spoke plainly and explain what I did not understand. Nice guy.
    Feb 27, 2022
    AS ALWAYS DR KIDDER IS ONE OF THE BEST PHYSICIANS I HAVE EVER ENCOUNTERED. HE IS THE REASON I WILL CONTINUE TOACCESS CARE AT UCSF. I
    Feb 15, 2022
    Good
    Dec 19, 2021
    Dr. Kidder is a credit to UCSF Health. As a gastrointestinal oncologist at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center focusing on Neuroendocrine Tumors Dr. Kidder is one of the best In his field. Since September 2020 Dr. Kidder has been the coach directing the team providing me with the best medical plan and care possible. What is remarkable that Dr. Kidder's accomplishment is happening with myself being 2000 miles away on Oahu Hawaii. UCSF Health has achieved bringing world class medicine to patients not able to travel due to COVID.
    Oct 20, 2021
    Not only did they give me instructions I could understand and follow but the instructions were put in visit notes so I could copy and paste and email to my loved ones so they could follow along on this journey
    Sep 16, 2021
    Very personable. Communicates clearly and thoroughly.
    Sep 13, 2021
    I felt like mist important person and felt safe with my cate
    Jul 14, 2021
    Absolutely pleased with my apt with Dr. Kidder.
    Jul 01, 2021
    Dr. Kidder was everything and more than I expected. I trust him and have felt at ease from the start.
    Jun 23, 2021
    Dr. Kidder is very thorough and kind !!
    May 27, 2021
    he was very good of explanation of my next treatment decisions
    May 26, 2021
    Good instructions

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