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Matthew Gubens

MD MS FASCO

Thoracic medical oncologist

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

    Harvard School of Public Health, Master of Science, 2000

    Stanford School of Medicine, 2005

  • Residencies

    UCSF Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 2008

  • Fellowships

    Stanford University, Medical Oncology, 2011

  • Board Certifications

    Medical Oncology, American Board of Internal Medicine

  • Academic Title

    Professor

Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    5.0

    Overall Experience
    254 Ratings
    About our process
    Sep 28, 2024
    Appreciate Dr Gubens answering g and explaining when I ask questions. Very knowledgeable and knows how to explain in a way that's understandable.
    Sep 20, 2024
    Dr Gubens is wonderful! Knowledgable compassionate and caring. UCSF is lucky to have him and so am I. Thank you!
    Sep 13, 2024
    Dr Gubens is superb
    Sep 05, 2024
    The visit was excellent!
    Aug 10, 2024
    Outstanding!I am very fortunate!
    Jun 23, 2024
    VERY profesional and tops in his field from my perspective.
    Jun 18, 2024
    We were so happy with the level of care. The doctor was clear, patient, and compassionate. Couldn't be happier
    May 31, 2024
    My care provider deserves 10 in every category!
    May 19, 2024
    Thank you Dr. Gubens.
    May 11, 2024
    Dr. Gubens should receive 10s! He is prepared! He listens! He offers options and he is on top of my care! I am so lucky!
    May 08, 2024
    Dr. Guben's has been outstanding and comforting from our first meeting.
    Apr 17, 2024
    He remembered that I loved to bike ride which, of course, have a very positive effect on my health.
    Mar 29, 2024
    I deeply appreciate Dr. Gubens for his thoughtfulness and knowledge on the rapidly advancing cancer treatments. Knowing what might lie ahead helps me to plan ahead. For that, I am deeply grateful.
    Mar 23, 2024
    Visiting with Dr, Gubbins is always a delight, even given the extent of my illness. He is open, honest and always helps me understand in common terms just what he is talking about. I always look forward to our calls and I look forward to his managing my Ilness along with my team here in Monterey.
    Mar 22, 2024
    Very professional and knowledgeable Very happy with the doctor
    Mar 20, 2024
    Gubens rules!
    Mar 13, 2024
    The care providers we just got in touch with them recentlythey are nice, we feel good
    Mar 09, 2024
    I am mot fortunate to have Dr. Guben for my oncologist! He is always up beat and listens to my concerns and always tells me what the test results are and any next steps! He also asks for my input!
    Mar 07, 2024
    Dr. Guben's is outstanding and very comfortable that I am in his care. He's very present, explains all aspects and gives me time to ask all of my questions.....I never feel rushed.
    Dec 30, 2023
    Dr. Gubens was amazing! He had reviewed all my tests andhe could offer many options of treatments! He was honest and helpful, I am lucky to have as my oncologist,
    Dec 16, 2023
    I have the good fortune to have access to an expert like Dr. Gubens. He is knowledgeable and thoughtful.
    Dec 14, 2023
    Feel very fortunate to have Dr. Gubens as my doctor.
    Nov 25, 2023
    A tremendous experience very thorough and informative
    Nov 07, 2023
    Dr Gubens Is the best oncologist I could hope for.
    Oct 28, 2023
    Dr gubens is more than very good. He's outstanding!!!
    Oct 15, 2023
    Unfortunately my session was a result of first therapies not working as hoped and Dr. Gubens and I discussed next course of approach for my lung cancer.
    Oct 09, 2023
    This was a very good experience. Doctor was totally aware of my cancer background and was able to acknowledge the care I have been receiving at Kaiser. He made me feel I would be able to contact him should I need in the future. He also said things that have given me more hope for my situation.Thanks for his availability and kindness.
    Oct 06, 2023
    Very satisfied
    Sep 28, 2023
    Dr Gubens is a GREAT oncologist very caring and knowledgeable. I feel veryConfident in his care.
    Sep 22, 2023
    We LOVE Dr. Gubens! He is kind, factual, very approachable and one smart man I've only met with him once, but know he will always be there to help me I feel I am in the best of hands.
    Sep 03, 2023
    I'm so glad I have Dr. Gubens on my team. He is the best.
    Sep 01, 2023
    Dr Gubens has a way of making me feel at ease and always hopeful as I go through treatment for my cancer
    Aug 23, 2023
    Dr. Gubens was warm, empathetic, and unhurried. He took the time to explain things in a clear and understandable manner. His intelligence and insights were impressive, and I felt heard and included throughout the visit. I left feeling hopeful.
    Aug 20, 2023
    Dr. Gubens is the best!
    Aug 15, 2023
    Very attentive , professional and caring.
    Aug 08, 2023
    Excellent dr
    Jul 25, 2023
    Superb in every respect
    Jul 23, 2023
    I cannot express enough how grateful I am to Dr. Gubens. Back in 2021, when I received my initial diagnosis, I faced the unfortunate obstacle of health insurance constraints, which prevented me from seeking his expertise. However, my family rallied together, and we decided to pay for a second opinion. That decision proved to be life-changing.My previous care team had been unable to identify the crucial bio marker I needed, but Dr. Gubens guided us in the right direction. He immediately recognized that they were using an outdated test and recommended the UCSF 500 panel testing. Thanks to his expertise and recommendation, we finally found my ALK bio marker, allowing me to begin the necessary treatment without delay. It truly felt like he was my lifeline during that time.Now, two years later, I am finally able to switch my care to Dr. Gubens, and I am filled with joy. During my most recent visit, my initial impression of him was only reinforced. Dr. Gubens is not only an empathetic and compassionate doctor but also an active and attentive listener. He thoroughly articulated my health history and demonstrated a deep level of care and concern. I was impressed by his thoughtful and engaged approach, and I never felt rushed during the appointment.To find someone so esteemed in their field, yet so down-to-earth and genuinely caring, is a rarity. Dr. Gubens' intelligence and humility shine through, and I am beyond grateful for the positive impact he has had on my life. His expertise has made a significant difference in my journey towards better health, and I am truly fortunate to have him as my healthcare provider.
    Jun 17, 2023
    I am always amazed at how wonderfully attentive, thorough, helpful and caring Dr Gubens is. He always gives me all the time I need to answer my questions and feel well cared for. I recommend him very highly.
    Jun 15, 2023
    Dr Gubens is masterful in setting out findings and their importance to treatment. He listens to my concerns, and works with me to reach the best outcomes.
    Mar 22, 2023
    Patient in listening and unhurried in answering questions.
    Mar 04, 2023
    Dr. Gubens is an exceptional physician- knowledgeable, empathetic, and very personal. I trust his judgment 100%.
    Feb 18, 2023
    Dr gubens is the best!!!!
    Feb 12, 2023
    Excellent
    Feb 08, 2023
    Dr Gubens has a wonderful ability to explain the complex, and does so on all issues I raise.
    Feb 06, 2023
    Excellent manners and attention to detail. Genuinely concerned with the patient's overall mental/emotional and physical health!
    Jan 14, 2023
    My doctor listens and clearly responds.Always Intelligent and right
    Jan 13, 2023
    Very impressed that Dr. Gubens was so prepared and had ahead of time looked at all my scans, health history and was prepared to discuss my concerns. This was one of the best doctors visit I have had. He has a wonderful, friendly, kind bed side manner. He listens and provided me with many options to my health concern. He is an amazing doctor and would highly recommend him to all my family and friends. So grateful that I was able to meet with him.
    Jan 11, 2023
    Service and professionalism were consistently excellent across the board.
    Nov 28, 2022
    He treats me as a family.

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