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About Sarah L. McGhee, MSN, ANP-BC, AOCNP

Sarah McGhee, MSN, is a board-certified adult nurse practitioner (ANP-BC) and an advanced oncology certified nurse practitioner (AOCNP) who specializes in treating solid tumor cancers of the gastrointestinal system, including cancers of the digestive system, esophagus, stomach, gallbladder, pancreas, liver, small intestine, colon, appendix, rectum and anus, and gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST).

She helps manage the care of patients who are undergoing cancer treatment, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, molecular-based therapy, genomic profiling and regenerative approaches to treating malignancies. She also helps patients and families understand their diagnosis, disease course and symptom management.

Prior to joining UC San Diego Health, Ms. McGhee was a nurse practitioner with cCare in Encinitas, where she managed the care of adult patients with various oncologic and hematological conditions. As a registered nurse, she has also cared for patients in the medical/surgical intensive care unit at Scripps Memorial Hospital in Encinitas.

She earned her Master of Science in nursing from San Diego State University School of Nursing and a bachelor's degree in nursing from Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Ms. McGhee is a member of the Advanced Practitioner Society of Hematology and Oncology, the San Diego Advanced Practice Oncology Providers, and the Oncology Nursing Society.

Outside of work, Ms. McGhee stays active through surfing, skiing, hiking and Pilates. She also enjoys spending time with family and friends.

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For more information, see Gastrointestinal Cancers and Cancer Care.

Insurance Information
UC San Diego Health accepts most major health insurance plans, but you should verify that your plan covers this provider and all services and locations. The information in the link below does not apply to affiliate providers, who are not employed by UC San Diego Health.
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Degree

  • San Diego State University School of Nursing, San Diego, CA

Degree

  • Mount Mercy University, Cedar Rapids, IA

Gender

  • Female

Date Joined Staff

  • 2016-11-01

Board Certifications

  • Adult Nurse Practitioner
  • American Nurses Credentialing Center
  • Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation

Conditions and Treatments

  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
Insurance Information
UC San Diego Health accepts most major health insurance plans, but you should verify that your plan covers this provider and all services and locations. The information in the link below does not apply to affiliate providers, who are not employed by UC San Diego Health.
Health Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Cancer

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