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Dr. Jesse Alexander is a radiation oncologist, a specialist in treating cancer with radiation therapy. His focus is on easing symptoms, such as pain, bleeding and shortness of breath.

Alexander's research aims to improve quality of life and reduce side effects for cancer patients. Specifically, he has an interest in applying data science techniques to analyze cancer data, seeking to better understand how treatment and patient characteristics are associated with quality of life and side effects.

Alexander earned a doctorate in biology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology before completing his medical degree at Duke University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in radiation oncology at UCSF.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Radiology, Radiation Oncology, 2016

  • Residencies

    UCSF, Radiation Oncology, 2014

  • Internship

    UCSF St. Mary's Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2010

  • Education

    Duke University School of Medicine, 2009

  • Languages

    English

Caring for patients is a great privilege and an immense responsibility. I take both seriously and work hard to provide optimal care to each patient.

Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    48 Ratings
    About our process
    Jan 27, 2025
    UCSF has a wonderful radiation team!
    Nov 19, 2024
    Wonderful people doimg a great job!
    Oct 28, 2024
    I was impressed witht their understanding of my case
    Jul 22, 2024
    An over all excellent experience
    May 20, 2024
    Did a great job in this area
    Apr 06, 2024
    Excellent experience, great communication skills, listened well and provided appropriate feedback
    Dec 11, 2023
    UCSF experience top notch
    Oct 14, 2023
    I am so impressed with the UCSF physicians, really great
    Sep 11, 2023
    Dr. Alexander is very knowledgeable, friendly, and shows compassion, while also explaining the procedure in details.
    Sep 04, 2023
    He was quite professional, sympathetic yet realistic. He had some concerns about coordinating with the VA for their part of the treatment. I hope that goes well.

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