Oncology – Contra Costa Oncology
(925) 939-9610

Specializing in comprehensive cutting-edge treatment programs for all forms of cancer, our highly-trained, board-certified physicians and oncology nurse practitioners are dedicated to providing the best possible patient experience. The physicians and staff at Contra Costa Oncology understand the wide array of concerns and challenges faced by cancer patients and their families. With this in mind, we ensure the most sophisticated level of medical oncology and hematology care, while providing our patients with the utmost support, compassion, and respect.

Michael P. Sherman, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Sherman, M.D., is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology, graduating from Cornell University with distinction and honors. While pursuing his medical degree at the State University of New York at Syracuse, he simultaneously completed his Ph.D. thesis studying cancer-causing viruses. Dr. Sherman went on to complete his medical internship and residency training at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, as well as a Medical Oncology Fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). He received post-graduate training at the Gladstone Institute of Virology and Immunology at UCSF. Dr. Sherman holds three U.S. patents and is the principal/secondary author of 27 original manuscripts and publications as well as eight reviews and book chapters. A nationally sought-after speaker on the subject of cancer treatment, he is also a frequent lecturer in the local community and participant in patient-oriented support groups. Dr. Sherman regularly attends national and international oncology meetings, including the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, and is also an active leader and participant in patient-focused clinical trials.

Suite: 330
Phone: (925) 939-9610
Website: contracostaoncology.com

Dr. Sherman

Diana Superfin, M.D.

Diana Superfin, M.D. is board certified in Medical Oncology and Hematology. Dr. Superfin attended Wake Forest University School of Medicine in North Carolina with the highest honors. Completing both her Internal Medicine internship and residency training at UC she went on to complete her Medical Oncology and Hematology fellowship at UC Davis Medical Center. Dr. Superfin is the principal author of three research papers, one of which was presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology in 2005. Dr. Superfin is also fluent in Russian and Ukrainian languages. A frequent lecturer in the community, Dr. Superfin attends national and local oncology and hematology meetings and is actively involved in clinical trials.

Suite: 330
Phone: (925) 939-9610
Website: contracostaoncology.com

Dr. Superfin

Dr. Gauri Sharma

Board certified in Internal Medicine, Oncology and board eligible in Hematology, Dr. Gauri Sharma is experienced in treating a broad range of hematological and oncologic diseases. She completed her undergraduate studies in Biopsychology and Cognitive Science from The University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI. After receiving her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Sharma went on to complete her medical internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Her fellowship in Hematology/Oncology was completed at St. John Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan, where she also served as Chief Fellow. Upon completion of her fellowship in 2015, she joined a private practice affiliated with the Troy Beaumont Hospital in Michigan, where she practiced hematology and oncology until joining Contra Costa Oncology.

Suite: 330
Phone: (925) 939-9610
Website: contracostaoncology.com

Dr. Sharma

Elie Richa, M.D.

Elie Richa, M.D., MBA, is board certified in Internal Medicine, Transfusion Medicine, and Medical Oncology, as well as board eligible in Hematology. Originally from Beirut, Lebanon, Dr. Richa is fluent in both Arabic and French. He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from Lebanese University and went on to complete his Internal Medicine internship and residency at Staten Island University Hospital in New York City. Dr. Richa also completed a fellowship in Blood Banking and Transfusion Medicine at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.

Suite: 330
Phone: (925) 939-9610
Website: contracostaoncology.com

Dr. Richa

Vandana Rajagopalan, MD

Vandana Rajagopalan, MD is a practicing Hematologist & Oncologist. In addition to English, Dr. Rajagopalan’s practice supports these languages: Russian, Spanish and Farsi/Persian.

Suite: 330
Phone: (925) 939-9610
Website: contracostaoncology.com

Aruna Gavini, MD

Suite: 330
Phone: (925) 939-9610
Website: contracostaoncology.com

Kathy Sieu, RN, MS, ANP-C, AOCNP

Suite: 330
Phone: (925) 939-9610
Website: contracostaoncology.com