Dr. Kent Adler, MD
Dr. Kent Adler, MD is a medical oncologist in Redwood City, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mills-Peninsula Medical Center and UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Cancer Center Redwood City
2900 Whipple Ave Ste 130 Redwood City, CA 94062Make an Appointment
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Dr. Adler is affiliated with Sequoia Hospital Redwood City, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Adler specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology & Oncology. • See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Adler to family and friends is 4.6 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
Dr Kent Adler is an oncologist experienced in treating a variety of cancers, with particular expertise in lung and breast cancer. He believes three pillars form the strongest foundation to fight cancer: knowledge, communication and heart. Adler&rsquos...read morebiography
Dr. Kent Adler is an oncologist experienced in treating a variety of cancers, with particular expertise in lung and breast cancer. He believes three pillars form the strongest foundation to fight cancer: knowledge, communication and heart.Adler&rsquos...read moreMedical Oncology
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Stanford University
Fellowship HospitalNew York Hospital - Cornell Mc
Internship Hospital, 1985New York Hospital Cornell Mc
Internship Hospital, 1985University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1984
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Locations
Cancer Center Redwood City
Cancer Center San Mateo
Thoracic Surgery and Oncology Clinic
Thoracic Surgery and Oncology Clinic
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 8
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
83%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well7% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 46
hospital awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
80%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family15% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 33
hospital awardsAmerica'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
View all awardsOutstanding 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
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
81%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well5% higher than the national average
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