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Matthew Gubens, MD

Thoracic Medical Oncology
Thoracic Surgery & Oncology Mission Bay
415-885-3882
Portrait of Matthew Gubens
Portrait of Matthew Gubens
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Matthew Gubens, MD

Thoracic Medical Oncology
Thoracic Surgery & Oncology Mission Bay
415-885-3882

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About me

Dr. Matthew Gubens is a thoracic oncologist who cares for patients with lung cancer. He specializes particularly in treating non-small cell lung cancer, small cell lung cancer, thymoma and thymic carcinoma, and mesothelioma.

In his research, Gubens studies new treatment strategies for lung cancer and other malignancies of the chest area.

Gubens earned his medical degree at Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF and a fellowship in medical oncology at Stanford. He also earned a master's degree in health policy and management at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

Gubens is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer and International Thymic Malignancy Interest Group.

Education & training

Board certification

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

Fellowship

  • Oncology, Stanford University School of Medicine

Residency

  • Internal Medicine, University of CA at San Francisco School of Med

Internship

  • Internal Medicine, University of CA at San Francisco School of Med

Degree

  • MD, Stanford University School of Medicine

My expertise

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    Reviews

    Average rating

    5
    5 out of 5 Stars
    311 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 25, 2026

      Dr Gubens is very knowledgeable, easy to understand and is very personable.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 21, 2026

      Dr. Gubens in my opinion is everything a doctor should be! He is the best!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 21, 2026

      I've worked with Dr Gubens for 12+ years. A good experience. Throughout.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 20, 2026

      Dr.Gubens really listens and is very helpful. He's a fabulous oncologist and I feel lucky to be his patient.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 30, 2025

      The service I provide is excellent, and I am very grateful to all of you, as a Medical Institution.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 21, 2025

      Dr. Gubens is an outstanding physician, knowledgeable and compassionate.

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