Hematology

Gilbert Chu, MD

Professor of Medicine, Oncology and Biochemistry

Gilbert Chu, MD, PhD, is a Professor of Medicine (Oncology) and Biochemistry at Stanford University School of Medicine, specializing in medical oncology with a focus on gastrointestinal cancer and hematologic oncology. He treats adult patients with solid tumors and blood cancers, particularly those undergoing chemotherapy where DNA damage plays a key role in treatment response and toxicity. His clinical practice is integrated with Stanford Health Care, where he applies expertise in m

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine (ABIM)

Education & Training

Medical School: Harvard Medical School (MD, 1980)
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital (Internal Medicine, 1980-1982)
Fellowship: Stanford Health Care (Medical Oncology, 1982-1985)
PhD: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Theoretical Physics, 1973)

Years in Practice

45+ years

Peer Recognition

Burroughs-Wellcome Fund — Clinical Scientist Award for Translational Research
1997
Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2007-2026 (20 years)
Castle Connolly — Regional Top Doctor
2014
Division of Biological Physics, American Physical Society — Fellow
2018
Harvard Medical School — Henry Asbury Christian Award for Notable Scholarship
1980

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Hematology & Oncology

Conditions & Treatments

Hematologic MalignanciesLeukemiaLymphomaMultiple Myeloma

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Pelvic Health Center, Stanford University School of Medicine
Stanford Health Care

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Chu treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Chu accept ADVANTAGE Health Solutions, Inc. insurance?

Gilbert Chu's public profile lists ADVANTAGE Health Solutions, Inc., Aetna, and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 7 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Chu practice?

Gilbert Chu practices in Stanford, CA with hospital affiliations including Pelvic Health Center, Stanford University School of Medicine and Stanford Health Care.

What does Dr. Chu specialize in?

Gilbert Chu is a board-certified hematology specialist with focus areas in Hematology & Oncology.

How long has Dr. Chu been practicing?

Gilbert Chu has 46+ years of clinical experience in hematology.

What is Dr. Chu's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Harvard Medical School (MD, 1980); Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital (Internal Medicine, 1980-1982); Fellowship: Stanford Health Care (Medical Oncology, 1982-1985).