Cancer

Cancer Diagnostics Service

(415) 502-4237

The Cancer Diagnostics Service cares for patients who may have cancer but don't have a confirmed diagnosis. We offer additional testing for patients with symptoms that may indicate cancer or suspicious imaging or biopsy results.

Our goal is to serve as a bridge from the possibility of cancer diagnosis to treatment initiation as quickly as possible.

Our locations (1)

    Conditions we treat

    • Cancer

    Our team

    Awards & recognition

    • Best in Northern California and No. 7 in the nation for cancer care

    • U S News and World Report badge recognizing UCSF as part of its 2024-2025 Honor Roll

      Among the top hospitals in the nation

    Support services

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    Patient Resource

    Case Management & Social Work

    Connect with a team that can help you find resources, solve problems and advocate for you during treatment at UCSF.

    Class

    Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Class

    This eight-week class teaches mindfulness practices that can reduce stress and improve your overall health, such as meditation and body awareness.

    Patient Resource

    Patient Relations

    We welcome feedback about your experience at UCSF Health. Find out how to contact us with comments, questions or concerns.

    Patient Resource

    Spiritual Care Services

    Chaplains representing many faiths are available around the clock to provide support, comfort and counsel to patients, families and caregivers.

    Special programs

    Breast Cancer Coordinated Diagnostic Evaluation

    The Breast Cancer Coordinated Diagnostic Evaluation Program evaluates and diagnoses women and men with abnormal mammograms in one day.Learn more here.

    Screening mammograms

    Screening mammograms are the most reliable way to detect breast cancer early, when it's easiest to treat.

    Preparing for your appointment

    What to Bring

    • Photo I.D.
    • Health insurance card
    • Insurance authorization, if required
    • Doctor's referral, if required
    • Recent test results related to your condition
    • List of your medications, including dosages, plus any you're allergic to
    • List of questions you may have
    • Device or paper for taking notes

    International Services

    If you live outside the United States and are coming to UCSF for medical treatment, our patient liaisons can help coordinate all aspects of your visit.

    Learn more

    Interpreting Services

    UCSF offers interpreters in various languages, including American Sign Language (ASL), as well as services for deaf, hard-of-hearing and visually impaired patients.

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    Hospital Stays

    Make your hospital stay as smooth and comfortable as possible by finding out how to prepare and what to expect.

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    Your Doctor Visit

    See our top 10 tips for making your UCSF doctor’s appointment as stress-free and productive as possible.

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    Bakar Precision Cancer Medicine Building

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    (415) 885-7796
    M-F, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program

    UCSF-John Muir Health Cancer Center in Berkeley

    See all five of our Bay Area locations and learn about the program.

    Hereditary Cancer Clinic

    Bakar Precision Cancer Medicine Building

    See both of our San Francisco locations.

    (415) 353-9797

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