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Dr. Hyunseok Kang, who goes by Hyu, is a specialist in cancer treatment who cares for adults with head and neck cancers. His expertise encompasses conventional chemotherapy, targeted therapy (which selectively goes after cancer cells) and immunotherapy (which stimulates the patient's own immune system to fight the cancer).

In his research, Kang focuses on evaluating new therapies for head and neck cancers through clinical trials. He studies how to improve the efficacy of immune checkpoint inhibitors (drugs that turn off the ability of some cancer cells to evade detection by immune system cells) with combination approaches to treating head and neck squamous cell carcinomas. He is also working on developing targeted approaches to treat rare cancers of the head and neck, such as salivary gland cancers.

Kang earned his medical degree at Yonsei University College of Medicine in Seoul, South Korea. He went on to earn a master's degree in public health, epidemiology and statistics from Yonsei University Graduate School of Public Health. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai St. Luke's and Mount Sinai West, followed by a fellowship in hematology and medical oncology at Emory University School of Medicine.

Kang is a fellow of the American College of Physicians. He is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Association for Cancer Research, Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer and American Thyroid Association. He also serves on specialty head and neck committees for NRG Oncology and the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group–American College of Radiology Imaging Network.

Prior to joining UCSF, Kang worked as a medical oncologist at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and served as an assistant professor of oncology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

To reach Dr. Hyunseok Kang, please contact the head and neck medical oncology practice at (415) 353-9900.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, 2013

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2010

  • Fellowships

    Emory University School of Medicine, Hematology - Oncology, 2013

  • Residencies

    St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, Internal Medicine, 2010

  • Internship

    St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, Internal Medicine, 2008

  • Education

    Yonsei University College of Medicine, 2002

  • Languages

    Korean

    English

I believe we can improve outcomes for cancer patients with personalized approaches based on research into precision therapies.

Where I see patients (1)

    My reviews

    4.8

    Overall Experience
    126 Ratings
    About our process
    Feb 12, 2025
    We talked about a clinical study I am interested in and not about care options so much.
    Jan 25, 2025
    I would have appreciated more explanation about the tests Dr. Kang was going to order. I welcome a home saliva or cheek swab test but it's not clear if another company will be sending a mobile clinic to my home and if they will draw blood or extract what they need from bone marrow.
    Dec 22, 2024
    Dr. Kang is so professional and knowledgeable. He always provide me with detailed information and guidance. He informs me of my options which is great. He always follows up on my condition and make sure I'm ok. Extremely satisfied with his excellent customer service.
    Dec 18, 2024
    As a retired physician I'd like to assert that it is not any hyperbole that the interaction and intervention Dr Kang provided to my case was so critical and timely that without it happening I would have succumbed to the disease by now. It was IMHO the most important medical event in my life to date.
    Nov 15, 2024
    Dr. Kang is the best! I am very grateful to have him as my oncologist.
    Aug 16, 2024
    Dr. Kang listened to all my issues and provided me with options and suggestions. I truly value his opinion and expertise. He is so professional and knowledgeable. I truly appreciate all his support.
    Aug 09, 2024
    Dr. Kang is a godsend, he's the best of the best, very knowledgeable and straightforward, his knowledge of the treatment helps me to understand and making my decision, Thank you Dr. Kang and his team, you guys are the best
    Jul 31, 2024
    Dr. Kang is an excellent physician. He is so patient listening to all my health issues and answers all my questions and provides detailed options. His guidance is really appreciated!
    Mar 27, 2024
    Dr Kang is listened to my concerns. He is extremely knowledgeable and presents well thought out medical plans.
    Mar 16, 2024
    I felt he listened to me and answered questions posed honestly and clearly.
    Dec 22, 2023
    Excellent experience and excellent service
    Dec 15, 2023
    So grateful for the best care from Dr. Kang and staff.
    Aug 23, 2023
    Dr. Kang expressed compassion to his patient.
    Aug 10, 2023
    Good experience
    Aug 06, 2023
    Great Job by all
    Aug 06, 2023
    Great experience
    Jul 02, 2023
    Very informative, honest conversation

    Selected research

    Decorative Caduceus

    Study of REM-422 in Patients With Recurrent or Metastatic Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma

    Frequency and severity of Treatment Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) will be evaluated according to the NCI-CTCAE version 5.0 and number of participants with Dose Limiting Toxicities will be assessed to determine Safety and Tolerab...

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