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Women’s Health Library

Our Health Library information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Please be advised that this information is made available to assist our patients to learn more about their health. Our providers may not see and/or treat all topics found herein.

Stage and grade of cancer

The stage and grade of a cancer are ways to measure the cancer. When cancer is diagnosed, the stage and grade of a person's cancer helps doctors know what treatment to use. They also help predict how long the person will survive or whether there is a good chance for a cure.

The stage describes how much cancer is in the body and where it is located. If the cancer has spread, the stage will also show how far it has spread.

The grade describes how tumor cells look under a microscope compared to cells from healthy tissue near the tumor. The tumor grade helps predict how quickly the cancer will grow and spread.

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Telehealth & COVID-19

Telehealth Visits are available. Request by calling (650) 239-5303 or  click “Request Appointment” above. We have a secure HIPAA compliant platform that allows me discuss your health matters privately. If you need an in person visit, please know we are using CDC guidelines of distancing patients and disinfecting. Masks are mandatory for all staff and patients. Dr Serrato does not see COVID patients here nor those with any respiratory symptoms. Your safety is of the utmost concern to me.… Continue Reading