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Karen Chee, MD

Hematology Oncology • Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology
Cancer Center Burlingame
650-341-9131
Portrait of Karen Chee
Portrait of Karen Chee
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Karen Chee, MD

Hematology Oncology • Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology
Cancer Center Burlingame
650-341-9131

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About me

Dr. Karen Chee is a hematologist and oncologist who provides general cancer care while also specializing in cancers of the gastrointestinal organs and hematologic benign and malignant disorders.

Chee's research focuses on developing treatments for a variety of neoplasms (abnormal growths that may be cancerous). She has authored and co-authored multiple papers on the topic.

Chee earned her medical degree at the University of California, Davis, where she also completed a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in hematology and oncology.

Chee is a member of the American Medical Association, California Medical Association, American College of Physicians, American Society of Hematology and American Society of Clinical Oncology.

Chee plays seven musical instruments and is an avid and intrepid traveler, despite having once been attacked by a monkey on a trip to China.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Hematology, American Board of Internal Medicine/Hematology
  • Medical Oncology, American Board of Internal Med/Medical Oncology
  • Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Fellowship

  • Hematology - Oncology, Univ of CA Davis Medical Center GME

Residency

  • Internal Medicine, Univ of CA Davis Medical Center GME

Internship

  • Internal Medicine, Univ of CA Davis Medical Center GME

Degree

  • MD, University of California-Davis School of Medicine

My expertise

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    Average rating

    5
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 30, 2026

      Dr. Chee was great:)

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 29, 2026

      Dr. Chee is an excellent Practitioner. Knowledgeable, easy to speak with and very thorough.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 29, 2026

      Love Dr Chee, always positive, always wiling to take whatever time is needed. Definitely recommend her.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 28, 2026

      Dr Chee is easy to talk to. She listens to my concerns , explain the treatment plans and includes me and my husband in the decision making of the best plan.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 23, 2026

      Dr. Chee is such a wonderful listener and communicator. She always uplifts me with her warmth and way she provides clear options.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 23, 2026

      Good experience

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