Emily K. Bergsland

Dr. Emily K. Bergsland is a Professor of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine and serves as Director of the UCSF Center for Neuroendocrine Tumors. She is also Associate Director for Education at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. Her clinical expertise lies in gastrointestinal and neuroendocrine oncology, with a focus on multidisciplinary care for patients with neuroendocrine cancers.

• University: University of California, San Francisco
• School: School of Medicine
• Department: Department of Medicine
• Academic Rank: Professor
• Email: emily.bergsland@ucsf.edu

Dr. Bergsland's research is centered on neuroendocrine neoplasms, including understanding tumor development, identifying novel therapies, and improving clinical outcomes. She leads a robust clinical-translational research program involving clinical trials, biomarker studies, and imaging innovations. Her work spans molecular mechanisms, therapeutic resistance, and patient-centered outcomes in neuroendocrine tumors.

Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on guideline development (e.g., ASCO, NCCN), diagnostic imaging (PET/MRI, somatostatin receptor imaging), systemic therapies (targeted agents, immunotherapy), and health disparities in neuroendocrine tumor care. Her research increasingly integrates genomic profiling, tumor heterogeneity, and real-world treatment patterns.

Dr. Bergsland has held key leadership roles in national oncology organizations:

• Former President, North American Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (NANETS)
• Member, NCCN Neuroendocrine Tumor Guidelines Panel
• Former Chair, NET Task Force, NCI Gastrointestinal Steering Committee

She has been Principal Investigator on NIH-funded research, including the UCSF Paul Calabresi K12 Career Development Program in Clinical Oncology. She mentors trainees and contributes to medical education at UCSF. Dr. Bergsland leads multiple clinical trials in neuroendocrine tumors and collaborates extensively with multidisciplinary teams in surgery, radiology, and nuclear medicine. Her work at the UCSF Center for Neuroendocrine Tumors integrates clinical care, research, and education to advance the field.