Department:

Oncology (Cancer)

Specialty:

Medical Oncology, Board Certified

* Please contact the physician's office to find out if the doctor is accepting new patients at this time

Health plans accepted:

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Affiliation:

Palo Alto Medical Foundation

Education/training:

Medical education:

 

Harvard Medical School, MA, 1999

Internship:

Stanford University Medical Center, CA

Residency:

Stanford University Medical Center, CA

Fellowship(s):

Stanford University Medical Center

Professional interests:

Genitourinary malignancies

Additional languages spoken:

Italian(Fluent)

Community activities:

American Society of Clinical Oncology

Personal interests:

Dr. Colocci is married and has two children. She enjoys playing the flute, skiing and spending time in Italy.

Physician web link:

http://www.pamf.org/oncology/

Dr. Colocci also specializes in brain tumors, cancer clinical trials, colon cancer, gynecological oncology, heptabiliary cancer, liver cancer, lung cancer, ocular oncology, pancreatic cancer, prostate cancer, sarcoma, stomach cancer, anemia, chronic leukemia, Hodgkin's Disease, multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic disease, Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and palliative (hospice) care.

Philosophy of care:

The diagnosis of cancer marks a defining moment in anyone's life. My belief is that treatment encompasses the entire well-being of the patient. I believe in communication, respect and professionalism. I strive to explain in clear terms what the diagnosis means and to identify the treatment that fits the disease and the needs of the patient. I am committed to using the most current and effective treatments, while maximizing one's quality of life. From the moment of diagnosis, I serve as an objective and compassionate reference point for the patient and his/her loved ones during treatment and the years thereafter.