Oncology

Karin Gaensler, MD

Blood and Marrow Transplant

Dr. Karin Gaensler is a specialist in cancers of the blood who has a special interest in gene therapy. She is currently working to develop novel approaches for treating blood disorders caused by a specific gene mutation. Gaensler earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She then went on to complete her residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at UCSF. Gaensler has received numerous awards, including a fellowship from the American Cancer Society, a

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Medical Oncology

Education & Training

Fellowship: UCSF Graduate Medical Education (1987)
Residency: UCSF Graduate Medical Education (1984)
Medical School: Harvard Medical School (1981)

Years in Practice

45+ years

Peer Recognition

Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Medical Oncology

Conditions & Treatments

Cancer SurvivorshipChemotherapy

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

UCSF Medical Center
Novato Community Hospital

Conditions Dr. Gaensler treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

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

Karin Gaensler's public profile lists ADVANTAGE Health Solutions, Inc., Aetna, and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 11 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Gaensler practice?

Karin Gaensler practices in San Francisco, CA with hospital affiliations including UCSF Medical Center and Novato Community Hospital.

What does Dr. Gaensler specialize in?

Karin Gaensler is a board-certified oncology specialist with focus areas in Medical Oncology.

How long has Dr. Gaensler been practicing?

Karin Gaensler has 45+ years of clinical experience in oncology.

What is Dr. Gaensler's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Fellowship: UCSF Graduate Medical Education (1987); Residency: UCSF Graduate Medical Education (1984); Medical School: Harvard Medical School (1981).