

Oncology
Sue Yom, M.D., PH.D.
Radiation Oncology
San Francisco, CA
Dr. Sue Yom is an expert in the radiation treatment and management of head, neck and lung cancers.In her research, Yom studies chemoradiation (a combination of chemotherapy and radiation) for these cancers. She also investigates image-guided radiation therapy and ways to reduce toxic effects using focused radiation techniques, emerging biological agents and radiation protectants.Yom earned her medical and doctoral degrees at the University of Pennsylvania. She completed a residency in radiation
24+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Education & Training
- Residency: University of Texas Health Science Ctr - Houston (2007)
- Internship: University of Texas Health Science Center (2003)
- Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine (2002)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Choice
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Radiation Oncology
Conditions & Treatments
Lung CancerRadiation TherapyChemotherapyGI OncologyRadiation Oncology
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UCSF Health
- UCSF Medical Center
Experience
24+ years in practice