Dr. Kaija-Leena Romero, MD

Dr. Romero is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near San Francisco, CA.

An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

No, Dr. Romero is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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Yes, Dr. Kaija-Leena Romero is accepting new patients at this time.

Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (415) 353-1529 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

Please contact Dr. Romero's office at (415) 353-1529 to schedule an appointment.

Dr. Romero's offices are located in San Francisco, CA and Stockton, CA.