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Vivien A. Lu, M.D.

Vivien A. Lu, M.D.

About Dr. Lu

LanguagesEnglish
GenderPrefer not to disclose

Approach to care

Dr. Lu is a neurologist and neuro-oncologist. She specializes in evaluating and treating primary and secondary tumors of the brain and spine, neurologic complications of cancer, and neurologic side effects of cancer therapies. She is committed to informing and guiding patients through each step of their care. Dr. Lu strives to understand what matters most to the patient and works together to develop a treatment plan tailored to them.

Outside of medicine

When not working, Dr. Lu enjoys spending time with her husband and Australian shepherd dog, Toki. Her interests include spending time in nature and reading.

Education and training

Medical school: California Northstate University College of Medicine
Internship: Alameda Health System-Highland Hospital, Internal Medicine
Residency: University of Chicago Medical Center, Neurology
Fellowship: Stanford Neuroscience Health Center, Neuro-oncology

Board certifications

  • Neurology

Affiliations

Medical groups

  • Sutter West Bay Medical Group

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