Gastrointestinal Cancer

UCSF Health's gastrointestinal (GI) cancer team provides advanced, compassionate care for all cancers of the digestive system, as well as neuroendocrine tumors that arise in the GI tract. We offer targeted therapies, which attack the cancer without damaging healthy cells, and specialized care for issues that may arise during or after treatment. These include complications involving ostomies or surgical wounds, and pelvic floor disorders, such as incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. We are dedicated to delivering the most effective care possible while minimizing the long-term effects of treatment.

As a national leader in cancer research, we also focus on discovering safer and more effective treatment approaches. Many of our patients have the option to participate in clinical trials.

To make it easier for patients to access advanced GI cancer care wherever they live, we have locations throughout the Bay Area.

We are part of the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center.

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    Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology Clinic

    Bakar Precision Cancer Medicine Building

    1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor
    San Francisco, CA 94158

    (415) 502-5577
    M-F, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology Clinic

    Bakar Precision Cancer Medicine Building

    1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor
    San Francisco, CA 94158

    (415) 353-9888
    M-F, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    Center for Colorectal Surgery

    Bakar Precision Cancer Medicine Building

    See both of our San Francisco locations and learn about the center.

    (415) 885-3606

    Pancreas Center

    Bakar Precision Cancer Medicine Building

    1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor
    San Francisco, CA 94158

    (415) 353-9888
    M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

    Center for Pelvic Physiology

    Bakar Precision Cancer Medicine Building

    1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor
    San Francisco, CA 94158

    (415) 885-7673
    M-F, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    UCSF-John Muir Health Cancer Center in Berkeley

    Berkeley Outpatient Center

    3100 San Pablo Ave., Suite 280
    Berkeley, CA 94702

    (510) 420-8000
    M-F, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

    Cancer Center San Mateo

    218 DeAnza Blvd.
    San Mateo, CA 94402

    M-F, 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

    Cancer Center Redwood City

    2900 Whipple Ave., Suite 130
    Redwood City, CA 94062

    Related clinics

    Cancer Survivorship and Wellness Institute

    Bakar Precision Cancer Medicine Building

    See both of our San Francisco locations.

    (415) 514-2880

    Cancer Symptom Management

    Bakar Precision Cancer Medicine Building

    1825 Fourth St.
    San Francisco, CA 94158

    (415) 885-7671

    Osher Center for Integrative Health

    1545 Divisadero St., Fourth Floor
    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 353-7700
    M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

    Psycho-Oncology

    Bakar Precision Cancer Medicine Building

    1825 Fourth St.
    San Francisco, CA 94158

    (415) 353-7019

    Conditions we treat

    Support services

    Art for Recovery

    Creativity can help people with serious illnesses cope, heal and express what they're going through. Find out about our program and how to join.

    Cancer Exercise Counseling

    Our one-on-one exercise training sessions, customized for your needs and abilities, can complement other cancer treatments and speed your recovery.

    Cancer Support Groups

    These groups offered by the Ida and Joseph Friend Patient and Family Cancer Support Center are free and available to all patients, whether or not you get your health care at UCSF.

    Core & More Class for Cancer Patients

    A strong body helps you fight cancer and enjoy life. Join this class to stabilize your core, strengthen your muscles and improve overall fitness. For cancer patients and caregivers!

    Friend to Friend Specialty Shops

    A one-stop boutique for patients with cancer. Get professional help with wigs, prostheses, sun-protective clothing, makeup, skin care and more.

    Meditation & Guided Imagery for Cancer Patients

    Drop in for a free class designed to help you heal, relax and find balance during your treatment. UCSF and non-UCSF patients are welcome.

    Oncology Social Work

    Social workers offer support, problem-solving, help accessing UCSF cancer-related resources and more. Find out how to contact the social worker for your clinic.

    Patient & Family Cancer Support Center

    The center offers wellness programming, community, support groups, classes, workshops and more at no cost to people facing cancer and their loved ones.

    Peer Support Programs for Cancer

    Patients are matched with peer support volunteers according to criteria such as diagnosis, cancer stage, age or gender. Speak to someone who's "been there."

    U.S. News rankings

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

      Among the top hospitals in the nation

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

    • One of the nation's best for gastroenterology & GI surgery

    Accreditations & memberships

    • National Cancer Institute

      The National Cancer Institute has designated UCSF a comprehensive cancer center, its highest ranking. This designation is awarded to centers that demonstrate scientific excellence and the ability to conduct cancer research across many disciplines.

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    • Commission on Cancer

      UCSF's cancer programs have been accredited by the American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer (CoC) since 1933. The CoC is a consortium of groups dedicated to improving cancer patients' survival and quality of life via research, education and better medical care.

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    • National Comprehensive Cancer Network

      UCSF is a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, an alliance of the world’s top cancer centers. The network brings together leaders in treatment and research to improve the quality, effectiveness and efficiency of cancer care.

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