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Alan Pollack, MD, PhD
My determination to find a cure for prostate cancer developed in 1980. At that time, I had recently obtained a PhD related to the effects of radiation on cell proliferation. After studying prostate cancer models for the next 5 years, I realized that in order to best help men with the disease, I needed to be a physician as well as a scientist. In pursuing my medical degree, I discovered the field of radiation oncology was a natural fit. Now, more than 25 years later, I continue to be deeply entrenched in the fight against prostate cancer.
The effects of radiation combined with hormone therapy and novel targeted agents are being examined in my laboratory using cell culture and animal models. More importantly, I have instituted and steered to completion 2 major randomized prostate cancer clinical trials. The first trial, which was completed in 1998, contributed significantly to establishing a new standard in the radiotherapy management of prostate cancer. The second trial has just been completed at Fox Chase and has similar promise.
The systematic approach I have embraced in the study and treatment of men with prostate cancer typifies the Fox Chase Department of Radiation Oncology approach to all types of cancer. The results of radiation and other treatments, including the ability to eradicate the cancer and the side effects that may occur as a consequence, are carefully inspected. Based on the findings, newer methods are formulated to further enhance outcome. In this manner, not only are the effects of the treatments understood because they are continually studied, but the treatments are constantly improved upon, allowing us to provide the best cancer care possible.
Radiation Oncology
Chairman, Radiation Oncology
Gerald E. Hanks Endowed Chair in Radiation Oncology
Meet other members of the genitourinary cancer treatment team.
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111-2497
To make an appointment, call:
215-728-3815.
For general information, call:
1-888-FOX CHASE.
An oncology certified nurse will assist you.
Clinical Expertise:
Prostate Cancer, Sarcomas, Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy, Biomarkers, Biologic / Small Molecule Therapy
Medical Education:
University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Fla., 1987;
(PhD in Microbiology and Immunology, 1979)
Residency:
Radiation Oncology, University of Texas-MD Anderson Cancer Center
Certification:
American Board of Radiology, Therapeutic Radiology
Professional Societies:
American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology;
American Association for Cancer Research;
American Society of Clinical Oncology;
Radiation Therapy Oncology Group;
American Society of Radiologic Technologists
Scientific Report:
Radiation Oncology
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