Contra Costa Oncology

Yesterday was six years since my husband and I learned that Dr. Sherman had misdiagnosed me with Stage IV kidney cancer metastasized to my lungs. The prognosis was grim and I had to tell my children I was terminally ill. The problem was that Dr Sherman went only by my history of kidney cancer from years before and some of the tests. But he did not wait for biopsy results which we got 6 weeks later, before announcing that I had metastatic cancer. He was wrong, wrong, wrong. And when he got the biopsy results, he actually seemed disappointed. I would never recommend him to anyone after that experience. It took me 6 years to write this, but that misdiagnosis had such a negative affect on my life. I will never forget it.

I was here yesterday. I drive folks for volunteer, and for making money. When I was here yesterday, for the first time I found out that some superhero’s work here: Wonder Women, Batwomen, and some other characters like the Pink Ladies from Grease. So… actually, a whole bunch of the employees were dressed in costumes cause today is Halloween, that proves to me that people in this office are fun and professional. They also have a couple really cool fish bowls. I hope to be back…

Dr. Sherman is great. Encourages questions and tells you the facts, good or bad, which is exactly what I want. Encourages second opinions and works closely with world-​class doctors at UCSF. His supporting team is caring, intelligent, and supportive. Especially Kathy!

Re: Don V & waiting for an appointment.
Many times I waited to be called in for appointments. The other side of the equation here is I was never rushed through my 15 minute billable appointment. All inquiries or questions were answered thoroughly even repeated for me sometimes when I couldn’t get my head around certain concepts. So I guess it’s my fault you had to wait. Also, whenever I had a pressing concern I needed answered quickly I would call for input and was put through to the Dr –who was with a patient. This also would occur sometimes when I was in the middle of an appointment. No problem for me. The patient comes first in this office.
For everyone else: I concur with all the other reviews. I looked at their credentials one day (in a binder in the waiting room.) Some brilliant docs. Btw Dr Superfin was my doctor. Excellent.

Wonderful staff here. They’ve been taking care of me since 2005 and I love them. Dr. Sherman is the smartest guy and I am lucky to have him on my team. He is on the pulse of oncology medicine.
Beautiful office. My chart is huge here and there is never a concern that anyone is unfamiliar with my situation.
Staff is always friendly, calls me by my name… feels like good friends.
Infusion room is so comfortable, it’s cozy.
Clean, modern office but not over the top. All original photography by Dr. Sherman.
My husband was diagnosed with cancer 2 yrs after I was diagnosed with cancer and we knew we would have Dr. Sherman treat him, too. We are just so pleased with him and his staff. We have all the confidence in the world in Dr. Sherman, we wouldn’t consider going anywhere else.

I have been Dr. Sherman’s patient for over 2.5 years now and I wanted to update that nothing has changed — he is a great doctor, and his office and medical staff are second to none. Nothing compares to how it feels, when you are really sick, and having everyone treat you so nicely — like walking into a real life Cheers bar! Not so fun as going out for drinks, but they make it as good as it can be. All of the nurses and techs are so professional, they know what they are doing inside and out, but they make you feel like you are one of their most favorite the patients — and they treat everyone that way! I trust Dr. Sherman, he has been knowledgeable and really walked my husband and I through every step. I’m alive, 2 years in remission and I’m completely grateful to him and his office!

This man has had his hospital privledges revoked based on disruptive behavior toward female co-​workers. He is also considerably inept at helping people with cancer. His recommendations for chances of survival are lower then compared to a competent Oncologist. This should be a crime in itself. All he basically did when I saw him was shove paper at me and he advised I had only about a ⁵⁰⁄₅₀ chance at survival. The overall impression I got was he wanted to sell his chemo, not help me. I would never go back to him. There are too many other Oncologists out there that are very good at what they do.

I was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer 7 years ago and I absolutely know that without Dr. Sherman I would not be alive today. He cares deeply about giving the best care possible to each of his patients. On your worst of days when chemo has wiped you out, the staff makes everything a little better. Not a day goes by that I do not think of the people of contra costa oncology and thank them.

Dr. Sherman is a gentleman and a scholar. He treated me for a blood disorder which initially presented itself as leukemia. It was a very scary time for me but he and his staff were very kind, patient, and helpful throughout the process which involved Dr. Sherman spending a lot of time and energy on «detective work». When he reached a diagnosis, he then had to convince my insurer that the treatment he had proposed for me was not «experimental» even though it was rare. He did this by submitting reams of supporting paperwork including articles copied from medical journals. There were countless phone calls with my insurer as well. Lots of red tape, and he– together with his able staff– cut through it all. The disorder is in remission now so I just go to the office for a check-​up twice a year but Lisa (billing/​reception) and Steve (P.A.) always greet me personally and remember to inquire about my family and activities. I’ve always felt this is a special place populated by special people. I’m sure many outcomes aren’t as happy as mine, so I’m especially grateful for Dr. Sherman and his staff. There is a special place in heaven for them!

I cannot say enough good things about this place. Being diagnosed with cancer is a scary feeling, but everyone on staff here does her/​his best to make you feel «normal.» The office is a calm place with fish tanks… and that takes your mind somewhat off your ordeal. They have a couple of Nemos here!
Dr. Superfin is a very warm person… Nancy in the chemo lab is wonderful… Laura, Lisa, Priscilla, Kelly, Jennifer, Cindy, Summer, and everyone else. …just can’t praise them enough!
I feel as if I have just left a good therapy appointment when I leave here.
While I hope you never have to use Contra Costa Oncology, if you do, you will be in good hands. They will become your friends.

I have been a patient of Dr. Sherman for 7 years. I met him in the ER. I was acutely ill and was experiencing severe internal bleeding. I was scared to death. I had been to Stanford for a work up two years prior for a similar bleeding episode and was told I was fine and that my previous incident of bleeding was just a «fluke». I will never forget Dr. Sherman coming to my bedside in the ER, looking straight into my eyes and telling me that he had a plan of action and that he wouldn’t let me leave the hospital until we knew for sure what had caused these bleeding episodes. His confidence allowed me to relax and not be so fearful during a very scary time. From that initial meeting in 2006 until now, I remain a very grateful patient. I have never felt rushed in his office and I always feel to be in expert hands. His expertise and knowledge are remarkable. His staff? Oh MY Goodness! I have never been to any other medical office that from right when you walk in the door you feel such love. They seem to know every patient’s name on arrival and you can be sure that a smile awaits you. I have always felt like I was being treated special until I noticed that ALL of their patients are treated with such kindness and grace I cannot speak highly enough of Dr. Sherman and his staff. I wouldn’t hesitate to refer a friend or family member to Contra Costa Oncology.

The Doctor and nurse both wrote out the wrong prescription this week… thank goodness Costco pharmacy caught the error. After taking one dose, I thought something wasn’t right and Costco fixed it… I’m 36 weeks pregnant. Do not go to this office if you are pregnant and seeking treatment for blood disorders. They don’t have enough experience, I knew more through my own research.

Great staff, fantastic Doctors. These guys are great. Everyone always has a smile on here. One of my family members is an active patient of theirs and thanks to the smart people they have working there he now is cancer free. The reason they are busy is because they are good at what they do. If you do have to wait, its worth it.

I guess if you’re very sick, they think you can wait for them to see you. At the time of their convenience. I don’t know what kind of system they have but waiting almost an hour for a scheduled appointment is adding insult to injury.