Robert Allen Burger, MD, FACOG, FACS

Originally from the northeastern part of the U.S. (New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania), I am one of the newest physicians on staff at Fox Chase.  After ten years at the University of California, in September 2008 I moved back to Philadelphia with my wonderful wife and children to join the Fox Chase family.

As a Gynecologic Oncologist, I am committed to helping women affected by or at risk for developing female pelvic cancers such as ovarian, uterine and cervical cancer, through excellence in both patient care and clinical research. This dedication began early in my medical education not only because of the unique problems and challenges women with gynecologic tumors face, but also because of uplifting personal experiences in taking care of this special group of patients.

I came to Fox Chase because of the collegial working environment; the comprehensive, leading-edge approach to patient care; and the integration of research, which has already led to advances in our understanding of how cancers develop, how they may be prevented and how they can be treated more effectively.

In my clinical practice I have always emphasized the importance of communication, patient education and autonomy in the medical decision making process.

Video

Introductory Video of Dr. Burger

Surgical Oncology
Associate Director for Research,
Section of Gynecologic Oncology
Professor,
Department of Surgical Oncology
Director, Women's Cancer Center
Co-Director,
Ovarian Cancer Research Program

Meet other members of the gynecological cancer treatment team.

New patients can request an appointment online or call 215-728-2570.

Appointments for Returning Patients

For general information, call:
1-888-FOX CHASE (1-888-369-2427).
An oncology certified nurse will assist you.

Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111-2497

Clinical Expertise:

Gynecologic Malignancies and Related Problems, Ovarian Cancer, Surgical Management of Pelvic Masses, Endometrial Cancer and Hyperplasia, Cervical Cancer and Dysplasia, Uterine Sarcoma, Vulvar Cancer and Dysplasia, Vaginal Cancer and Dysplasia, Gestational Trophoblastic Disease and Molar Pregnancy

Education:

New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY, 1988

Residency:

Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania,
Philadelphia, PA, 1988-1992

Fellowships:

Gynecologic Oncology, University of California, Irvine,
Irvine, California, 1992-1996

Certifications:

Gynecologic Oncology,
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Obstetrics and Gynecology,
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Professional Societies:

Chair, Information Technology,
Society of Gynecologic Oncologists ;
Chair, Developmental Therapeutics for Ovarian/Primary Peritoneal Cancer,
Gynecologic Oncology Group (GOG);
Member, Phase I and Ovarian Cancer Committees, GOG;
Member, American College of Surgeons;
Member, American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology;
Member, American Association for Cancer Research;
Member, Alpha Omega Alpha

Research Interests:

Targeted Therapy of Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian Cancer Risk Assessment and Prevention
Developmental Therapeutics for Gynecologic Cancers

Publications

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