Kathleen Kennedy, MD

Hematology, Oncology

Location

892 Aerovista Place
Ste. 130
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone: (805) 316-3733
Fax: (805) 316-3738

Patient Satisfaction Survey

Overall Satisfaction
5 out of 5
87 Ratings
78 Comments

Education

  • Residency: University of California, Davis
  • Medical School: University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
  • Undergradute: University of Oklahoma

About the Provider

Kathleen A. Kennedy, MD joined FCPP in November 2019. She is board certified in Hematology and Medical Oncology. She manages patients with all tumor types as well benign and malignant hematologic conditions.

Her interest in developmental biology lead her to obtain a masters degree in developmental genetics. After graduation, she was involved in research at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation before entering medical school.

These interests and skills translate directly to medical oncology and allow her to teach patients about their disease and the drugs used. This knowledge is empowering, and helps to remove some of the fear associated with a cancer diagnosis. She wants to find out what is important to her patients, and see things from their point of view to figure out what they really need from a medical as well as social standpoint.

FCPP Hematology Oncology is committed to providing patient centered care for patients diagnosed and living with cancer and other blood disorders. We offer management, treatment and care for all stages of disease. These include:

Benign hematologic conditions:

  • Anemia
  • Abnormalities of the white blood cells and platelets
  • Iron deficiency or overload
  • Red blood cell disorders
    • Thalassemia
    • Sickle cell anemia
  • Clotting disorders
  • Bleeding disorders

Malignant hematology:

  • Lymphoma, Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphomas
  • Leukemia
  • Multiple myeloma
  • Myeloproliferative disorders

Solid organ cancers, including the following, most common types of cancer:

  • Breast cancer
  • Gastrointestinal cancers
    • Colon
    • Pancreas
    • Stomach
    • Esophageal
    • Liver
    • Small bowel
  • Lung cancer
  • Gynecologic cancer
    • Ovarian cancer
    • Uterine cancer

Dr. Kennedy is now accepting new patients and is accepting most insurances.

Patient Ratings & Comments

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to provider related questions on our independently administered Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score.
4.9
Provider showed concern
5
Friendliness/courtesy of CP
5
CP spoke using clear language
4.9
Provider explained things clearly
5
Provider included you in decisions
5
Patients' confidence in CP
4.9
Likelihood of recommending this provider

Comments

Comments are gathered from our Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Jun 17, 2020
great staff and doctor shows a lot of concern
Jun 17, 2020
very thorough pre-exam
Jun 17, 2020
very concerned doctor what's excellent analysis and advice
Jun 17, 2020
good coordination with staff and doctor
Jun 14, 2020
Laura and Vanessa very personable and welcoming. Alicia was very welcoming and extremely helpful each time I spoke to her on the phone.
Jun 14, 2020
It was so wonderful to reconnect with Dr Kennedy. She treated me twice for breast cancer and I trust her with my life and well being. She is simply The Best.
Jun 14, 2020
Have already spread the word that Dr Kennedy is practicing again and highly recommending her to friends and previous patients.
Jun 14, 2020
Very organized and smooth process start to finish
May 22, 2020
she gets back with me right away regarding my concerns.
May 15, 2020
Dr Kennedy and her staff are awesome!
May 14, 2020
super great!
May 14, 2020
staff, Great also !
May 14, 2020
Dr. K. Kennedy ..... awesome / caring Doctor!!! Thank You....
May 14, 2020
All Good, went home HAPPY!!!!! Thank You....
May 14, 2020
great care, with All!!
May 14, 2020
Always Good experience !!
Apr 29, 2020
despite covid19 concerns the staff was helpful and following procedures which was comforting
Apr 29, 2020
Dr Kennedy has treated me in the past and she has always taken the time to educate me regarding the nature of the disease and treatment as well as strategies for improving my health.
Apr 29, 2020
I think driving the 30 miles to appointments well worth the effort
Apr 22, 2020
Great, conscientious of my needs and safety with professionalism while exhibiting courteous behavior.
Apr 22, 2020
Remembered personal info from previous visits
Apr 22, 2020
Dr Kennedy is a consummate professional in her profession! Her knowledge, areas of expertise, compassion and bedside manner are of great comfort to me and I always leave feeling confident about my visit and progression of my disease!
Apr 14, 2020
Very pleased with everything!
Apr 14, 2020
It was a very good experience!
Apr 14, 2020
Both my visits have been very good! *Dr. Kennedy was friendly and informative! And best of all very encouraging. Thank you for that!
Apr 11, 2020
This appointment was by telephone. There was no office visit.
Apr 11, 2020
everything was conducted over the telephone and went very well.
Apr 11, 2020
everything was done over the telephone and went very well. Dr. Kennedy was very knowledgeable and was able to explain everything in easily understood language. In addition she answered all my questions and concerns. I was very impressed.
Apr 11, 2020
Some items n/a as this was visit was conducted over telephone.
Apr 11, 2020
It was an excellent experience and I would gladly recommend Dr. Kennedy to everyone.
Apr 11, 2020
This visit was by telephone and everything proceeded right on schedule.
Apr 9, 2020
I saw *Dr. Kennedy.
Apr 9, 2020
I talked w/*Dr. Kennedy.
Mar 31, 2020
I am happy with the way I was treated. I think Dr Kennedy is really nice and I appreciate that.
Mar 31, 2020
everyone in the office was concerned and took the time to talk to me and answer all my questions. The office staff went above and beyond to get my records transferred here from Mission Hope
Mar 31, 2020
She spent time with me just chatting and listening. This was so important to me especially during these trying times.
Mar 31, 2020
I have been a patient of Dr Kennedy's for 10 years. She has always listened and answered all my questions. She is genuinely interested in me as a whole person and not just a patient in for her 6 month check-up.
Feb 5, 2020
Excellent experience. Girl at front desk very polite and friendly, as was the nurse who took my vitals. Short wait for Dr. to come in.
Feb 5, 2020
I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Kennedy. She is everything you could ask for and more. I was her patient for ten years at Mission Hope. She originally diagnosed my cancer in 2009. She was kind, caring, compassionate and professional. She helped me through a very scary time in my life. I was devastated when she left her employment there, and dreaded having to see someone new. When I learned she was practicing in SLO I was extremely happy and relieved. I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Kennedy.
Feb 5, 2020
It was a very good experience. I will recommend this office to everyone in need of treatment.
Feb 5, 2020
Will recommend Dr. Kennedy to anyone I know in need of care. I will put the word out that she is still in the area.
Jan 29, 2020
Care & concern in sharp contrast to former experiences elsewhere - All very positive & reassuring.
Jan 29, 2020
All in all most rewarding.
Jan 29, 2020
Overall compassionate & reassuring.
Jan 27, 2020
Excellent - time spent, listening, explaining, answering concerns, future treatment & kind & understanding.
Jan 26, 2020
everything was great.
Jan 26, 2020
she was everything I was looking for and hoping to find in a care provider
Jan 26, 2020
everything was great.
Jan 26, 2020
it was great.
Jan 26, 2020
great
Jan 26, 2020
great
Jan 23, 2020
Excellent doctor, so glad to be reconnected w/her after relocation from Santa Maria.
Jan 21, 2020
Dr. Kennedy is intelligent, patient, very clear in the treatment suggested. She listens and cares about any questions I have. It was an excellent facility and the staff are very nice and efficient.
Jan 16, 2020
never had such a good experience this MD a d her staff are awesome!
Jan 13, 2020
All good from front office to doctor office!
Jan 13, 2020
Great w/time, and staff, and doctor!
Jan 13, 2020
Great experience with all -
Jan 13, 2020
Wonderful doctor, good staff with smiles, thank you.
Dec 28, 2019
Had a very good experience. Receptionist very sweet and MA very sweet. Love Dr Kennedy
Dec 26, 2019
Great kindness and understanding when working with the staff
Dec 26, 2019
Dr Kennedy was my Oncologist for 10 years at a previous office treating me for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) and a breast cancer lumphectomy. A blood test from my general practitioner showed my was reoccuring. Upon making an appointment with Dr Kennedy the old office informed me she was no longed working there. I was devasted to not to have Dr kennedy work my CLL treatment after all the years we worked on treatment together. Dr Kennedy is the best Oncologist to work with.
Dec 26, 2019
Great experience with going tto FCPP. I felt very comfortable.
Dec 26, 2019
Nurse/ Assistant was very attentive and kind.
Dec 26, 2019
If a friend needed Oncology treatment I would recomment Dr Kennedy every time
Dec 26, 2019
Great staff
Dec 19, 2019
thank you for trying to save my life.
Dec 19, 2019
thank you
Dec 19, 2019
I was seen immediately
Dec 19, 2019
very good
Dec 19, 2019
thank you
Dec 19, 2019
thank you
Dec 13, 2019
Dr. Kennedy is the best doc I have ever had. So fortunate find her.
Dec 5, 2019
Excellent staff!
Dec 5, 2019
*Dr. Kennedy was my oncologist for over 8 years. I was very happy she went into a practice again. I trust her with my life.
Dec 5, 2019
Perfect visit with efficient staff.
Dec 5, 2019
Excellent!
Dec 5, 2019
Smooth visit, great staff & the best oncologist!
Dec 5, 2019
Excellent!