James Y. Shen, M.D.
Medical Oncologist And Hematologist
4.9 (278 RATINGS)
Clinical Expertise
Gastrointestinal Cancer
Head And Neck Cancer
Thoracic Cancers
Genitourinary Cancer
Hematology
Melanoma
Appointments
Assistant Clinical Professor, Department Of Medical Oncology & Therapeutics Research
Medical Oncology
Clinical Teams
Additional Contacts
Arcadia Patients
South Pasadena Patients
I have always felt a great sense of pride and privilege just to be present and provide guidance for someone in their times of need.
James Shen, M.D., is excited about returning to the community where he grew up and serving his neighbors in our South Pasadena and Arcadia facilities.
Dr. Shen is board-certified and trained in all aspects of medical oncology and hematology. He has a special research interest in thoracic, head and neck, and gastrointestinal cancer.
An honors graduate of UCLA, Dr. Shen attended medical school at University of Pittsburgh, completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, and did a fellowship in hematology and oncology at Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center.
Dr. Shen, who is fluent in Mandarin, Spanish and English, believes in keeping fit and giving back. He's an eight-time marathoner, guitar player and a mentor in the Big Brother/Big Sister program.
2017, American Board of Internal Medicine - Hematology
2017, American Board of Internal Medicine - Oncology
2014, American Board of Internal Medicine
2010, Doctor of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA
2006, Bachelor of Science in Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology, Cum Laude Honors, University of California, Los Angeles, CA
2014-2017, Hematology/Oncology, LAC+USC Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
2014, Internal Medicine, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
2017-present, Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Medical Oncology & Therapeutics Research, City of Hope, South Pasadena and Arcadia, CA
2019, American College of Physicians
2018, American Society of Hematology
2017, American Society of Clinical Oncology
2006, UPSOM Summer Research Fellowship, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
2003-2004, Rose Hills Scholarship Recipient, University of California Los Angeles
- Posadas EM, Ahmed RS, Karrison T, Szmulewitz RZ, O'Donnell PH, Wade JL 3rd, Shen J, Gururajan M, Sievert M, Stadler WM. Saracatinib as a metastasis inhibitor in metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer: A University of Chicago Phase 2 Consortium and DOD/PCF Prostate Cancer Clinical Trials Consortium Study. Prostate. 2016 Feb 15;76(3):286-93.
- Gong J, Kelekar G, Shen J, Shen J, Kaur S, Mita M. The expanding role of metformin in cancer: an update on antitumor mechanisms and clinical development. Target Oncol. 2016 Feb 11.
- Shen J, Kelly KR. The Role of PI3K/AKT/mTOR Inhibitors in the Treatment of Hematological Malignancies. In: Mita M, Mita A, Rowinsky EK, editors. mTOR Inhibition for Cancer Therapy: Past, Present and Future: Springer; 2016. p. 139-60.
- Tang HC, Shen J, Chan BM. Idelalisib (Zydelig). American Journal of Hematology/Oncology. 2015 Aug 6;11(8).
- Shen J, Yu R. Perioperative management of pheochromocytoma: the heart of the issue. Minerva Endocrinol. 2013 Mar;38(1):77-93.
- Wukich DK, Shen JY, Ramirez CP, Irrgang JJ. Retrograde ankle arthrodesis using an intramedullary nail: a comparison of patients with and without diabetes mellitus. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2011 May-Jun;50(3):299-306.
- Chaer RA, Shen J, Rao A, Cho JS, Abu Hamad G, Makaroun MS. Cerebral reserve is decreased in elderly patients with carotid stenosis. J Vasc Surg. 2010 Sep;52(3):569-74; discussion 574-5.
- Shen J, Abu-Hamad G, Makaroun MS, Chaer RA. Bilateral asymmetric popliteal entrapment syndrome treated with successful surgical decompression and adjunctive thrombolysis. Vasc Endovascular Surg. 2009 Aug-Sep;43(4):395-8.
Ratings and reviews below are gathered from the Press Ganey Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CG CAHPS) survey. CG CAHPS is a standardized survey that is used to measure a patient's experience in the physician office setting. Ratings are an average of all responses to questions about a provider's care, with 5 stars being the highest.
Ratings
5.0
Show respect for what you say
5.0
Recommend this provider office
5.0
Provider explain in way you understand
5.0
Provider listen carefully to you
4.9
Know important info medical history
4.9
Spend enough time with you
4.9
Rate provider 0-10
Reviews
01/31/23
Dr Shen EXCEEDED all expectations. He was friendly, respectful, and patient. He didn't condescend when spent time with me, didn't rush me. I'm so thankful I found a medical oncologist who can finally be a partner with my health. - Verified patient
01/30/23
Dr. Shen is the best in giving care . He is excellent and my favorite doctor . - Verified patient
01/28/23
He was excellent. - Verified patient
12/26/22
Dr Shen is the best doctor I have had. - Verified patient
12/23/22
Doctor Chen spent a lot of time explaining the problem with great detail, and answered all questions, made sure we followed his information. Thank you for your excellent service. [...] - Verified patient