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Dr. Shu Kato, MD

Medical Oncology
2.5 (8)
Map Pin Small La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Shu Kato, MD

Dr. Shu Kato, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in La Jolla, CA. They specialize in Medical Oncology, has 18 years of experience, and is board certified in Medical Oncology. They graduated from NIPPON MEDICAL SCHOOL and is affiliated with UCSD Medical Center - Hillcrest.

Dr. Kato works at Ucsd Heath Care in La Jolla, CA with other offices in San Diego, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Colorectal Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Kato's Office Locations

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    Ucsd Heath Care
    3855 Health Sciences Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 822-2372
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    Uc San Diego
    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 543-2639

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  • UCSD Medical Center - Hillcrest

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    About Dr. Shu Kato, MD

    Specialties
    • Medical Oncology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 18 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Japanese
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    NPI Number
    • 1609025865
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • NIPPON MEDICAL SCHOOL
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Medical Oncology
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Shu Kato, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Kato is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Kato has an average wait time of 16 – 30 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Kato has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Kato has seen patients for Colorectal Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kato on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    8 patients have reviewed Dr. Kato. The overall rating for this provider is 2.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kato.

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