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I am a surgical oncologist at the Rutgers Cancer Institute and an Associate Professor of Surgery at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. I’m honored to be part of a team dedicated to delivering high-quality, comprehensive cancer care.
I earned my undergraduate degree in Biology and Community Health from Tufts University and completed medical school at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. I then trained in general surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, followed by a fellowship in complex surgical oncology through a combined program at Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Before joining Rutgers, I was on faculty at the University of Vermont Medical Center, where I cared for patients in a busy academic surgical oncology practice.
As Section Chief of Melanoma and Soft Tissue Sarcoma and Co-Director of the Melanoma/Cutaneous Oncology Program at Rutgers Cancer Institute, I work to ensure that patients have access to the most advanced treatments available, including clinical trials when appropriate.
I am committed to improving cancer care through research and innovation, with the goal of achieving better outcomes for patients. I understand that a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. I focus on listening carefully, explaining options clearly, and creating a thoughtful, personalized plan.
My goal is to provide the highest quality care for every patient. This includes using the most up-to-date treatments and surgical techniques, staying current with evolving research and clinical guidelines, and working closely with a multidisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive, individualized treatment plan.
Equally important is delivering care that is truly patient-centered. I believe high-quality care starts with listening. I take the time to understand each patient’s concerns, values, and goals, so that we can make informed decisions together.
I am grateful to work alongside a highly skilled and dedicated care team, and I am continually inspired by the strength and resilience of my patients and their families. My commitment is to provide care that is not only effective, but also compassionate and supportive.
Melanoma, Cutaneous Oncology, Sarcoma, Soft Tissue Tumors, Gastrointestinal Tumors, Clinical Trials, Melanoma, Soft Tissue and Retroperitoneal Sarcoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Basal Cell Carcinoma, GIST tumors, and peritoneal surface malignancy/carcinomatosis
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