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Kai Zu, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Hematology/oncology
(board certified)
Oncology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
Kai Zu, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Hematology/oncology
(board certified)
Oncology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
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Accepting new patients
Location and phone
Cancer Center Oncology Medical Group
5555 Grossmont Center Drive
La Mesa, CA 91942
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About Kai Zu, MD
My goal is to ensure that patients receive high-quality, comprehensive care. Our physicians and staff work together to make this goal a reality.
Age: 58
In practice since: 2004
Gender: Male
Languages: Chinese, English, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog
Education
University of Virginia: Fellowship
University of Virginia: Medical School
State University of New York, Stony Brook: Residency
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Blood disorders
- Bone marrow aspiration studies
- Breast cancer
- Cancer
- Second opinions
- Sickle cell anemia
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NPI
1164583639
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Insurance plans accepted
Kai Zu, MD, accepts 34 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.9
70 ratings
Patient ratings
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.9
Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
4.9
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
September 16, 2025
4.4
For me all is good.
Verified Patient
September 8, 2025
5.0
Dr. Zu is absolutely amazing!!!
Verified Patient
August 13, 2025
5.0
Referred to UCSD for second opinion. Got to the specialist I need. Very glad for the referred may result in less invasive surgery.
Verified Patient
July 23, 2025
5.0
Did not discuss eating or exercise.
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Special recognitions
Over 100 recognitions
Kai Zu, MD, has received over 100 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Kai Zu, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Over 100 recognitions
Kai Zu, MD, has received over 100 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Kai Zu, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Featured in Sharp Health News
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