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Patrick Ha
4.9 out of 5 (358)
Patrick Ha

Patrick Ha, MD

Head and Neck Surgical Oncology

Head and Neck Surgery Cancer Program
1825 Fourth St., Fifth Floor,
San Francisco, CA 94158
+3 more locations
(415) 885-7528
4.9 out of 5 (358)
Virtual visits available
4.9 out of 5 (358)
Virtual visits available
Head and Neck Surgery Cancer Program
1825 Fourth St., Fifth Floor,
San Francisco, CA 94158
+3 more locations
(415) 885-7528

Dr. Patrick Ha is chief of the UCSF Division of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology. His expertise in patient care covers the full scope of head and neck surgery, with a focus on thyroid and parathyroid surgery as well as endoscopic approaches to throat cancer surgery.

Ha's research is currently focused on molecular changes that occur in adenoid cystic carcinoma of the salivary gland.

Ha received an undergraduate degree in biology from Harvard University, graduating magna cum laude. He obtained his medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, graduating with membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He then completed his residency training and a postdoctoral fellowship at the otolaryngology department of Johns Hopkins, along with advanced fellowship training in head and neck oncologic surgery.

Ha serves on the editorial board of several medical journals, including Oral Oncology. He is the Irwin Mark Jacobs and Joan Klein Jacobs Distinguished Professor in Head and Neck Cancer.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology, 2006

  • Fellowships

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Otolaryngology, 2006

  • Residencies

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Otolaryngology, 2006

  • Internship

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, General Surgery, 2000

  • Education

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 1999

  • Languages

    English

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"When I go to work, we all share the same vision, from the patient, to the provider, to every staff member."

Meet Dr. Ha

Conditions I specialize in

  • Cancer

  • Head and neck cancer

  • Hypopharyngeal cancer

  • Leukoplakia

  • Merkel cell carcinoma

  • Oropharyngeal cancer

  • Parathyroid adenoma

  • Throat cancer

  • Thyroid cancer

  • Tongue cancer

Treatments I provide

  • Sialendoscopy

  • Tonsillectomy

Where I see patients (4)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    358 Ratings
    About our process
    Mar 25, 2025
    I am so grateful for Dr. Ha's great care , expertise and knowledge . He is very caring as well !
    Mar 25, 2025
    I'm thankful to be Dr Ha's patient. During my 6 years with him I consider him more than my doctor, he's my friend
    Mar 24, 2025
    Dr Patrick Ha was clear on my diagnosis and explain course of action very clearly.
    Mar 11, 2025
    I found Dr Ha to be compassionate, caring and extremely intelligent.
    Mar 04, 2025
    Dr. Patrick Ha and Dr. Laurence Vandervede were both EXCELLENT.
    Mar 01, 2025
    Dr Ha is wonderful.
    Feb 28, 2025
    Dr. Ha was exceptional! Very informative and answered all of my questions.
    Feb 25, 2025
    Dr Ha is a gem, I'm very thankful for him
    Feb 13, 2025
    Dr Ha is excellent!
    Feb 08, 2025
    Patrick Ha is a 10! And also Dr Daniel who helped me in Needle Biospy. Another 10!
    Feb 08, 2025
    The doctor was very clear, extremely kind and friendly, and had a great sense of humor on top of explaining my treatment options comprehensively.
    Feb 08, 2025
    Dr. Ha is an exceptional physician and remarkable person. While being extraordinarily skilled and providing excellent care, Dr. Ha shows both compassion and a depth of understanding when discussing your condition and ongoing treatment. Dr. Ha always takes the time to answer any question, is a great communicator and conveys a sense of confidence that allows you to know that you are "in good hands." UCSF is truly fortunate to have such a wonderful physician. It is obvious why Dr. Ha was selected to lead the UCSF Head and Neck Surgery Cancer Program.
    Feb 03, 2025
    Dr. Ha is kind, professional and knowledgeable. He also provided nearly instant feedback on my CT scan and responded to my questions in MyChart promptly
    Feb 03, 2025
    I find all care providers to be warm, professional and patient in answering my many questions.
    Jan 31, 2025
    Exceptionally productive, including next steps
    Jan 14, 2025
    I have praised & recommended Dr Ha many times & will continue to do so.
    Dec 19, 2024
    Dr Ha is compassionate, down to earth and thorough. I can't ask for a better experience.
    Dec 03, 2024
    Doctor Patrick Ha is very clear with explanations, overall an amazing doctor
    Dec 02, 2024
    Dr. Ha is the absolute best! I appreciate him. He is very kind and most of all, he saved my life.
    Nov 05, 2024
    I would have liked to discuss about where the problem comes from, not only about treating the symptoms.
    Oct 31, 2024
    Dr Ha is an excellent caring physician!
    Oct 17, 2024
    Lovely experience. Felt very safe and cared for. My doctor was authentic and personable.
    Oct 15, 2024
    Nothing but good to say about Dr Ha and his staff.
    Oct 15, 2024
    Very brief visit.
    Oct 08, 2024
    Dr Ha, show great empathy towards his patience. I am comfortable that decisions are not made lightly. Dr Ha is thorough before making a decision.
    Oct 01, 2024
    What a fabulous physician. Thorough and straight forward.
    Sep 27, 2024
    Very Good
    Sep 05, 2024
    Dr. Ha listened to my questions, shared information from my Pet Scan, and MRI in a manner that my wife and I could understand. We were both very pleased with our appointment.
    Aug 27, 2024
    Dr. Ha is always kind, compassionate, & caring.He listens to my concerns, not hurried, always professional & responds promptly his messages In my chart.
    Jul 16, 2024
    I really liked everything in the hospital
    Jul 02, 2024
    Dr Ha was very clear about the procedures. And I could be very wrong about the out come. It did seem to me that the maybe cure was 10 times more pain and risk than the cancer.
    Jun 18, 2024
    The treatment I get at this clinic by Dr. Ha and his team is always first class.
    Jun 05, 2024
    Dr. Ha has seen me for 7 years. He is skilled and has an old school style of caring for the patient. Also Lois is excellent.
    Jun 04, 2024
    Dr. Ha is by far the best doctor I have ever had! I'm not exactly young so that's saying something.
    May 25, 2024
    Dr. Ha is one of the most amazing doctors I have ever met. He is kind, patient and compassionate. He has the ability to explain my situation in a clear, concise and understandable manner. I feel blessed to have this man as my doctor. No matter what happens, I know that I have the best care humanly possible with Dr. Ha.
    May 14, 2024
    Dr. HA is a "GOAT".
    May 07, 2024
    Dr Ha is always professional and personable. He is very resourceful; a great problem solver. He has a great sense of humor.
    May 07, 2024
    I'm grateful to have Dr Ha to take care of me. Can't ask for a better one.
    May 01, 2024
    Dr Ha is the best. Great doctor with great people skills!!
    Apr 27, 2024
    Outstanding communication skills. Our session left me feeling confident that I would get great care. Very thorough. He never seemed rushed. Very patient.
    Apr 06, 2024
    Dr. Ha is a very professional doctor, I'm very happy he is my doctor.
    Apr 04, 2024
    Love my provider
    Dec 26, 2023
    The car provider is always fantastic
    Nov 29, 2023
    Dr. Ha is professional, personable, kind. & caring.He takes time to listen; positive & encouraging.
    Nov 22, 2023
    This is the first time I feel that my medical-related issues/complaints were dismissed by a provider and this includes the resident. They seemed to be in a rush seeing me as well. They did not show any concerns at all.
    Nov 21, 2023
    Everyone was exceptionally kind and professional
    Nov 19, 2023
    Good
    Nov 17, 2023
    Dr. Ha is absolutely amazing. I'm hugely grateful to be able to know and benefit from his kindness and clear wisdom!
    Nov 17, 2023
    Dr Ha is an excellent doctor. So thankful to have him as my doctor and UCSF to support great doctors
    Nov 07, 2023
    Dr. Ha and her Assistants are excellent doctors and human being.
    Nov 06, 2023
    Dr Ha was very professional and caring!
    Oct 31, 2023
    They knew about my needle phobia.
    Oct 24, 2023
    Dr Ha is simply the best. He listens, cares and is always responsive when I need him! We are so very lucky to have him assisting us!
    Oct 12, 2023
    I cannot begin to explain how exceptional Dr. Ha is. His bedside manner and professional is second to none. Always upbeat and helpful, and very knowledgable. Wish all physicians were like him.
    Oct 12, 2023
    Very pleased with Dr. Ha and his team.
    Oct 03, 2023
    I'm so very lucky to have doctor Ha taking care of me. His kindness and confidence helps me in every way
    Sep 21, 2023
    Dr. Ha is the BEST...
    Sep 09, 2023
    The care I have received so far has been exceptional and I recommend UCSF to everyone needing care.
    Sep 09, 2023
    Dr Ha is great!
    Sep 02, 2023
    Initial visit was very informative and helpful.
    Aug 29, 2023
    Main concern is delay in getting biopsy results. Was originally led to believe it would be 2 weeks, and now it is 2-3 weeks. Stressful waiting for results.
    Aug 11, 2023
    Listens well and answers questions
    Aug 09, 2023
    Dr Ha is great. Super clear communicator. I really appreciate the coordination within the team. Everything is seamless. Great follow up news and clear steps going forward!!
    Aug 08, 2023
    Dr Ha really made me feel even though it might take more time a better plan will be in place
    Aug 01, 2023
    I guess squamous cell carcinoma doesn't always just leave, but mine has definitely not changed in the last two years. Dr. Ha wants to make sure I am safe and healthy. I am an interesting patient for sure.
    Jul 18, 2023
    Excellent communication
    Jun 27, 2023
    Outstanding
    Jun 06, 2023
    A cool attention

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