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Dr. Collin Blakely, MD

Dr. Collin Blakely, MD

Medical Oncology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Collin Blakely, MD is a medical oncologist in San Francisco, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 2007. He is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Thoracic Surgery and Oncology Clinic

1825 4th St # 6 San Francisco, CA 94143
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(415) 353-9600

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Blakely is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights San Francisco, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Blakely specializes in the area of Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Blakely's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Blakely

2.8
6 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
33%
33%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
17%
17%
2 star
17%
17%
1 star
33%
33%

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Demonstrates patient focused care
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Feb 24, 2025
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Patient
Doctor came across as rushed and condescending
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Feb 12, 2025
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Bad experience with this MD and team apparently incapable of non formulaic treatment planning and with zero interest in communicating with patients or their input.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Just another lung cancer patient – Sep 01, 2024
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Adequate, but overly invested in clinical trials
Telehealth
You will get assertive, impersonal clinical decisions based on clinical trials data alone.You will also get cursory info so you will need to do your own research about their treatments that disregard your stated preferences.In fact, this UCSF team contributes more to a toxic than a caring experience if you value informative dialogue even without quality communication skills.UCSF does have excellent clinicians that are expert and give quality care but it takes luck or knowledgeable referrals. Even if you have researched your options, with this UCSF dept. there is an undisclosed policy that you are assigned and cannot choose a different oncologist. And you need to be able to interact with your assigned oncologist for the rest of your life.They may be adequate for a second opinion. But if you are assigned to Blakely, at least get 2nd and 3rd opinions regardless of time pressure and if possible, BEFORE embarking on your cancer journey with him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
UCSFcancerPatient – Aug 22, 2024
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Compare UCSF's Collin Blakely & team with Stanford
Telehealth
The experience with Dr. Blakely & team was basically the opposite of my experience with Stanford's oncology team: At Stanford:- New patients are asked for face to face for 1st visit to establish connection and rapport, take in a comprehensive history & with exceptional communication skills- Treatment plans & decision making with each video speak 1st speak with team member, then oncologist (for as along as it takes), both elicit Qs, recieve very individualized care plan.- MyChart communication with Stanford's team: friendlly, warm, & always helpful.- You can research & select your Stanford oncologist. UCSF assigns & you are NOT ALLOWED to switch. - UCSF 'Patient Relations' does not have an advocacy role. From whoever & whenever you get a reponse it will be a defensive review of care only & will not address concerns, issues, or feedback for improving patients' experience.- UCSF billing: The only place to get info is Patient.FinancialServices at ucsf.edu
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Go to Stanford – Jun 16, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Collin Blakely is a medical oncologist who specializes in lung cancer. In addition to treating patients, he conducts research focused on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying lung cancer resistance to targeted therapies....read more

biography

Dr. Collin Blakely is a medical oncologist who specializes in lung cancer. In addition to treating patients, he conducts research focused on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying lung cancer resistance to targeted therapies....read more

  • Medical Oncology

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  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Thoracic Surgery and Oncology Clinic

Thoracic Surgery and Oncology Clinic1825 4th St # 6 San Francisco, CA 94143
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Thoracic Surgery and Oncology Clinic

Thoracic Surgery and Oncology Clinic1600 Divisadero St # 4 San Francisco, CA 94143
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights

    400 Parnassus Ave
    San Francisco, CA 94143
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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