Biography


Dr. George Labban specializes in medical oncology and hematology. He manages malignancies of the solid organs, blood and bone marrow, and benign blood disorders like anemia, blood clots and bleeding disorders.

Recognized for his superior clinical skills and passionate advocacy for patient care, he is consistently exploring the best course of treatment for his patients and is dedicated to using every means that art and science have placed in his command.

Dr. Labban believes that cancer diagnosis is not the end, but the beginning of a team effort to fight this disease with compassion and dignity.

Professional Summary


Education & Certifications
  • Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Hematology (2009)
  • Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology (2009)
  • Fellowship: Western Pennsylvania Hospital Temple University (2009) PA
  • Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (1998)
  • Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Foundation (1998) OH
  • Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation (1998) OH
  • Internship: St. Barnabas Hospital (1995) NY
  • Residency: Damascus University (1993) Syria
  • Medical Education: Damascus University (1990) Syria

Practice Locations


Breast Cancer Program in San Jose San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA

2589 Samaritan Drive

San Jose , CA 95124

(650) 498-6000

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Cancer Center in South Bay San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA

2589 Samaritan Drive

San Jose , CA 95124

+1 (833) 444-7622

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Medical Oncology Program in South Bay San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA

2589 Samaritan Drive

San Jose , CA 95124

+1 (833) 444-7622

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(309 Ratings)

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(247 reviews)

He seems yo be on right track.
Great discussion. All was made very clear and understandable. Thanks Dr Labban
Dr. Labban is a caring and dedicated physician. I am so thankful to be in his care.
I find Dr Labban very easy to talk with. His explanations are very complete and easy to understand.
This was my first consultation with Dr. Labban, and I'm very happy that he took the time to listen to me and offered recommendations that made sense. He seemed caring and genuinely interested in helping me figure out the next steps in my health care. Thank you so much, Dr. Labban!
/excellent
I have a lot of confidence in Dr. Labban. This confidence makes it easier to carry on with my life rather than worry. Dr. Labban encourages questions and understands the questions that I present to him. He is very personable and I feel I a good rapport with him.
Appreciated meeting Dr Labban and his complete respect and compassion through my first visit.
I like Dr Labban. He listened to me and I felt he was definitely hearing my concerns. I feel peaceful that I am in charge of my own decisions. He definitely told me the benefits of taking Letrozole and also the side effects. I have chosen to not take the pill at this time.
Great Doctor, highly recommended.
So professional
Dr Labban was great, explaining everything layered the plan & calm my nerve down, much appreciated it
Good Doctor, seems to really care about his patients.
Knowledgeable and easy to talk too.
He answered many questions I had and feel heard.
He is an excellent and caring doctor
Dr Labban and staff were efficient, caring and listen patiently.
Direct and to the point! Great bedside manner.
Dr. Labban is a very caring and helpful doctor.
Great. Doctor Explained everything
Dr Labban is a patient, kind man. A great listener and communicator. He answers all my questions clearly and patiently.
Dr Labban was very professional and I liked that he smiled a couple of times during the visit as it made me feel much more comfortable. Also, I appreciated his quick follow up to check on the pathology report that really put my mind at ease. Thank you Dr. Labban!
He is succinct and delightful.
Dr. Labban is referring me to a hematologist within Stanford and will continue my treatment until I am transferred. He is an excellent caring doctor.
Everyone was very Polite and helpful.
Good job
Dr. Labban is just fine and helpful, he is obviously working to determine the cause of my wife's immune system issues.
Dr. Labban is a verygood doctor.
Dr Laban was knowledgeable, kind, and compassionate. I highly recommend him!!!
Dr Labban is wonderful. He’s kind, warm and very knowledgeable
He is great, personable and answers all of my questions.
I appreciated that Dr. Labbon had read my records and knew why I was there.
Great Doctor
Excellent doctor
Dr. Labban is very personable, yet straight forward in ensuring that you understand the situation, and, that you are involved in the treatment.
Grateful for the helpful visit.
Dr. Labban has a very nice bedside manner. He is composed and kind and cares about his patients.
Dr. Labban is an excellent oncologist I have met. I’m very thankful to him I’m in remission in a short period time of treatment.
Best Dr
On my case, at this point I have been out here for one year, not knowing what type of cancer I had. Dr. Labban was the first one that gave me some direct answers, listen to my questions and concerns. He gave me hope going forward. He is very knowledgeable, caring and was quick to set up a whole team around me. I have told everyone to go with Dr. Labban.
Excellent, caring, first-rate provider. He holds my complete and utter trust.
he is an awesome doctor i've had since 2015 (before we transitioned to stanford). i will personally call 3mos ahead to ensure my schedule is with him for doctor visits (and no nurse practitioners).
Dr. Labban is easy to work with, quickly shifted from the non-functional video visit to the phone, and we were able to conduct our business efficiently. I definitely would recommend him to anyone who needed his services.
George Labban is very good and caring doctor.
Dr leban is very knowledgeable very helpful and answered all questions
Dr Laban is very knowledgeable.
I like how he expressed everything and make me understand any concerns that I had I love the way he is
Dr. Labban has a pleasant and engaging demeanor.
I respect Dr Labban. He is a thoughtful and caring doctor.
He is caring, knowledgeable, forthright, and trustworthy.
Very organized and on time
Very thorough, answered all my questions. Very kind & relaxed. I NEVER had the feeling I needed to hurry up. He made me feel that I was his only concern.
Dr. Labban is an excellent doctor.
Dr. Laban is easy to talk to and he asks questions that are easy to respond to,
Dr. Labban gives the good advice to us.
Excellent choice of blood test and order for bone marrow so that diagnosis could be definitive
Nice guy
Very pleasant people at the desk.
Dr. Labban and his team have been very responsive and professional.
Dr. Labban is very professional, kind and knowledgeable physician who made feel at ease. I feel very fortunate to be his patient.
Excellent visit. Dr Labban understood my level of expertise and we dove right into what needed to be done next.
All questions were answered, Dr was running a bit late but that was acceptable
He is an Amazing doctor!
Good job
He is thorough..I appreciate that.
Will highly recommend
Doctor Labban is a very competent Doctor with a good bed side manner. He He takes the time during each quarterly visit to go over all tests, mammogram and ultrasound sounds needed for prevention purposes
There isn't a single thing about Dr. Labban that I would change. I feel so comfortable with him and his extensive knowledge of my health issues. If only he could take care of every health issue I have from now on with every problem.
He’s an amazing Dr . I really appreciate what the Dr and his team provide care for me.
Doctor Labban is always kind and hears you .
Dr Labban is professional and compassionate, took the time to explain our situation and options. We appreciate his expertise and patience.
The best in the west
Very professional as always.
Dr. Labban is world class, gentle, thoughtful, and data-driven. He answers questions directly, and is obviously committed to providing the best care possible
He is very good doctor.
He’s very good and I have great confidence in him.
Excellent care and customer service
Thank you for your excellent care!
He very informative
Excellent doctor that I would definitely recommend!
He is extremely helpful, professional, and makes it easy to understand medical terms and other complex subjects related with the appointment discussion.
excellent doctor. popular demand, hard to get an appt to see him.
Dr. Labban was patient, informed and understood my concerns about exploring the possible causes for symptoms. He suggested 2 plans of action to make sure the various scenarios would be addressed if needed. I felt he was professional, helpful and caring.
Dr Labban is an excellent technical doctor. Yet, he has empathy with me. He is friendly and makes me feel safe and secure in his care.
Very caring and efficient
Dr. Labban is thoughtful, compassionate, respectful of the patient. That attitude empowers the patient to feel one is in charge of one's own health! Excellent.
He listens
Stanford had done a great job of scheduling, sending reminders, on line check in process. I am happy with Dr Labban.
I am grateful for your help and support.
Professional and cordial MD. Fine experience.
Great staff and always treated with respect.
I have confidence in Dr.Labban in the care he is providing to me.
Love the transparency from Stanford and the professional staff!
Efficient and ontime
Dr Labban is a compassionate man. You can tell he cares about his patients. Very patient and encouraging. He gives you that one on one without making you feel hurried or bothersome. I’m very thankful he is my oncologist.
excellent care
Dr. Labban is an excellent doctor and I really appreciate his knowledge and expertise.
Dr. Labban is very caring
He has been my doctor since I was diagnosed with breast cancer. He has always made me feel positive about my recovery and treatment.
Dr Labban is a top notch doctor. I never feel rushed and he truly cares for his patients. He shows compassion. He answers all my questions. Easy to talk to. Thanks for saving my life Dr Labban!
explained things well and on time
Excellent doctor
Great service and very friendly.
We are very pleased with the Care at Stanford, in particular, Dr. Labban and staff.
I respect and trust Dr. Labban.
HE IS VERY PLEASANT AND PERSONABLE. I FELT HE TRULY CARES ABOUT MY HEALTH AND I FEEL VERY CONFIDENT I HAVE AN EXCELLENT ONCOLOGIST
I’m very satisfied with Dr Labban and his treatment plan.
Very knowledgable and I have complete confidence in his counsel
He is an Excellent Doctor. He always takes time to answer all my questions and provides follow-up as needed.
Excellent doctor
It was a bad day. I felt horrible. The internet wasn’t working. The lab was late. Dr. Labban still saw me hours later and made me feel comfortable..
Dr. Labban is thorough in his explanations and is easy to communicate with.
He is a wonderful knowledgable doctor and very caring.
Good visit with Doctor
Dr. George Labban is clear, concise, humane, and friendly. His care is integral to my healing process, both mentally and physically.
Professional, polite and prompt ! Thorough explanation from doctor as well
My doctor is the best
Very nice and highly qualified hematologist. I found our visit thorough. Communication was great. He's a good listener and explainer.
Dr. George Labban is a kind, caring and extremely knowledgeable physician. I am glad that I was sent to him.
Polite and I appreciated the Covid protocol
He is fantastic
Dr. Labban is very thorough. He has limited time but tries to answer questions. He may not have asked me to repeat my next steps because I did that on my own. I’m confident that he wants the best for his patients.
Easy to talk to Answers questions so that patient understands Very direct and professional
Excellent Dr. Great follow up. Makes sure I do what I need to keep healthy.
He’s very good, easy to talk to & a good listener
Appointment was speedy without much wait time between practitioner, doctor, blood test, etc.
Staff were very friendly and very attentive
Nice staffing and doctor
Best of all
I have been lucky to have him for my doctor. He is very thorough and on top of all aspects of my care.
Very easy to understand. He was very easy to ask questions and allow me enough time for all of my questions
Dr. Labban is very thorough in providing care for his patients. His interactions with his patients are warm and friendly. I trust his abilities and am comforted by his care.
Dr Labban is vey thorough. Explains situations/options clearly. I never feel rushed.
He was clear and informative about current status and plans for future follow up testing.
Very professional. My first visit with out of network insurance. Still treated very well. The front desk was very courteous in explaining how my process would be going forward.
Dr. Labban was very personable and caring. He was encouraging and positive. My diagnosis is very overwhelming. Dr. Labban gave me a sense of assurance and hope. My initial appointment was scheduled two weeks later. Dr. Labban moved the appointment to a video conference so I didn’t have to wait. He’s very conscientious and obviously cares for his patients. I feel very confident and thankful to be under his care.
every one is so kind and helpful...always!
He is caring and thorough and knowledgeable
Great Doctor
Dr. Labban and his staff are very friendly and efficient and I appreciate the great care they give to me.
Dr Labban is so Wonderful
Very thorough.
Dr Labban at least was considerate enough to call me
Dr. Labban is a fantastic doctor and a real asset to Stanford Health Care. He is truly amazing.
Very happy with his expertise, and knowledge. I felt he was really concerned about me, and he answered all my questions.
Excellent doctor. Professional and personable. I feel fortunate to have worked with him for my treatment and recovery.
Always excellent
HE TAKES HIS TIME AND EXPLAIN WHICH IS GREAT
He is wonderful I trust what you tell me and feel safe with you.
I believe he is a competent, reliable and empathetic physician. I was lucky to have been referred to him. My entire medical team through my battle with cancer has been remarkable and I credit them for the success. From the depths of my heart, I thank each of them.
Dr. Labban is an excellent care provider, knowledgeable, caring, and personable, seeking the best treatments for each individual.
i have already told many people how WONDERFUL Dr. Labban is
DR. Labban and staff are amazing and kind.
Would highly recommend Standford with Dr Labban
Dr Labban is an excellent Dr, I’m blessed to have him for my Oncologist.
Dr. Labban is an excellent doctor.
Dr. Labban has been extremely helpful to me. I am so grateful that I was sent to him for help with my condition.
I can't say enough about how well they operate as a team to make me feel that I am getting the best service possible. I definitely would recommend them above any others.
I AM IMPRESSED WITH HIS KNOWLEDGE OF CANCER TREATMENT OPTIONS AND HIS PRESCRIPTIONS TO PREVENT FURTHER DAMAGE THAT CANCER CAUSES.
He’s an excellent Dr. He always asked if I have any question. He’s always cared about what medicine , any new medicine , or my medicine arrives on time or not. I’m very happy and blessed to have Dr Labban as my Dr.
thank you very much for helping me get ready for my plastic surgery Jaclynn Canavan Bol
Excellent doctor
I have faith in him as my care provider. He is easy to talk to and caring.
Caring.
Dr Labban is an amazing doctor. He clearly outlined my care plan and was very compassionate.
He is a caring great doctor and I’m grateful for him.
This was a final follow-up after concluding cancer treatment in April of 2016, so no follow-up is required. However, Dr. Labban did assure me he is still there for me should any health concern related to the treatment he provided. So grateful to have had a wonderful doctor for this period of treatment and monitoring. Stanford should be proud to have Dr. Labban as one of their physicians.
I feel very comfortable in our conversations.
He has been extremely helpful to me in so many ways. I’m so lucky I found him.
He is a great doctor
Dr. Labban was great, I was very pleased he was my doctor.
Dr. Labban has been wonderful. I feel well cared for.
The doctor was good. The initial orientation for new patients needs work. I would tell someone to be more inquisitive about the process. Hopefully, this is not indicative of things going forward.
He is a very good doctor
My visit with Dr. Labban was great. He answered all of my questions. He was thoughtful and easy to communicate with.
Very thorough and cordial.
Dr Laban gives me confidence in my treatment plan at Stanford
Great doctor. Very caring. Very patient.
Very professional and attentive.
I will definitely recommend to others
It's the best suggestion I can give someone.
Dr Labban has taken wonderful care of me.
Dr. Laban is very attentive and a good listener.
Dr. George Labban is my oncologist and he saved my life and I will always trust him with my life and health. He's the best and truly a blessing.
I feel very lucky to have Dr. Labban as my oncologist. I have full confidence that he is providing me with the best treatment possible.
Dr. Labban is an awesome doctor. I feel very comfortable asking about my health concerns and he gives me accurate answers. I am a nervous wreck but when I talk to him, I calm down.He has empathy with his patients. Highly recommended!
Dr. Labban always spends an appropriate amount of time with me for my questions. He is the best!
I am very pleased with the care given me by Dr. Labban. He listens, explains and is good at changing strategies if he feels it's in my best interest.
Dr. Labban is excellent as a physician and in his doctor/patient relationship. Listens to you, and takes the time to answer all questions and concerns.
Dr. George Labban has been great at helping me decide my own personal path for treatment. Gives me suggestions and updates on my continued care and exams. He is very empathetic, knowledgeable, and kind. I leave my appointment feeling very secure and confident.
The doctors the service they provided was also included us in making decisions.
I am happy to see that Dr. Labban has a note taker so he is focusing on me and my exam and not his computer screen.
The doctor showed genuine interest for my health & his cure.
Dr. Labban was very nice to squeeze me into his schedule. He was very patient, listened and answered all my questions and I never felt rushed.
Care provider told me what my problem was & what I needed to do next.
Very happy.
Good.
Dr. Labban gave me the impression I was the most important person for 60 minutes. His information was clear and educational.
First time meeting Dr. Labban & he answered all questions before I even asked. Very thorough & kind demeanor.
Dr Labbon was so nice and explained exactly what was going on leaving me with no other questions at the end of the visit. I am completely satisfied and would recommend him to anyone that needed his expertise.
Dr. Labban is great!
Dr. Labban always spends time with me to answer questions. I never feel rushed. He also took the time to help me find a primary care physician with a referral since mine has retired.
Office visit too short. Doctor only concerned about his field of expertise.
OK - very good -
I had no bad experience all was very good.
Dr. Labban and his staff have always been very good to work with -
Excellent Dr. Labban.
Dr. Labban is a very seasoned oncologist. I trust my care in his hands. He is the best!
Feel fortunate for the excellent care.
Took time with explanations, explained C-scan results & prognosis - good he even sat on the stool to talk to me on my level.
I think Dr. Labban has really grown and is a wonderful doctor.
My Dr. Labban is great - He is very knowledgeable and caring.
Dr. Labban knew I was worried about metastasis. He didn't make me wait two weeks for my next appointment. He squeezed me in. He told me right away there was not. He explained what the problem was and next steps. He handed me Kleenex, looked me right in the eyes, and said, "Tears of joy." He would have done the same if it had been bad news. I very much appreciate and trust this doctor.
of course when I left I thought of a question regarding a test ordered so I wrote a my health wrote a message and heard back the same day. very impressive.
Very patient.
Dr. Labban and his staff are amazing!
Good.
I feel Doctor Labban is an excellent Hematologist. He tries very hard to listen and understand about health issues outside of his realm of expertise.
Dr. Labban is awesome. I trust him completely; my questions are addressed.
Dr. Labban is always a very good and caring doctor.
The best.
Dr. Labban is a very thorough doctor in explanation of concerns and treatment needs. He was very friendly, acknowledged my questions and concerns.
He was great but needs more time with patients.
All contacts was great.
Dr. Labban was excellent! First visit.
Dr Labban - outstanding physician
I'm so blessed to have Dr Labbon and his staff there for me.
De Labban is personable and I feel confident in his knowledge having to do with my diagnosis.
I really appreciated that Dr. Labban gave the test results, but stressed that the treatment decision would be made after OUR discussion. I have felt very confident in Dr. Labban's knowledge and expertise, and feel that he is SUPPORTIVE of me, and not autocratic about the best treatment path.
I love Dr. Labban and all his staff. He made me well
George Laban is a very caring doctor. When he comes in the room he is upbeat friendly. when you are waiting to hear if your cancer is gone it is nice to see a friendly face. He explains everything that I need to know and when I leave I feel more relaxed with my situation. I can't say anything bad about him.
Excellent.
I have a high degree of confidence in Dr. Labban.
Dr. Labban is caring and precise in what he says about care for my continued health.
Dr. Labban offers me state of the art care I have confidence in Dr. Labban and his assistant.
I warmed to Dr. Labban's professional demeanor after a few visits. He is considerate of my needs, friendly, professional and skilled. He is extremely good and thorough at explaining my treatment going forward. I really appreciate his knowledge and compassion and like talking with him about questions I have. He has alleviated my anxiety and I have full confidence in his care. I would 100% recommend him to anyone who is experiencing breast cancer and needs an excellent doctor.
My sister had Dr. Labban as her doctor, she recently passed away and Dr. Labban expressed his sympathy, which I thought was a wonderful gesture with all the patients he has that he remembered that we were sisters.
All over experiences & appts. w/Dr. Labban has been excellent. He is very caring & explains things very well.
dr Laban. the best. nurses in infusion excellent
Best services I have ever had. Fast & courteous.
It's been a month and still no idea how to get test results. Zero follow up post appointment. Fantastic doctor, loved him.
I am very grateful to Dr. Labban for everything he has done for my health concerns.
I think Dr. Lubban is an excellent Doctor and I would highly recommend him to anyone.
Great care & follow up.
Dr. George Labban is very informative and willing to work with me around my concerns. I have grown with confidence under his care.
Great experience overall.
Everything was very good.

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