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John Sweetenham
Associate Director for Clinical Affairs at UT Southwestern Medical Center
John Sweetenham, MD, is a distinguished oncologist and healthcare leader currently serving as the Associate Director for Clinical Affairs at the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center at UT Southwestern Medical Center.12 In this role, he oversees the clinical care of cancer patients within the UT Southwestern Health System, focusing on providing excellent patient care and expanding access to cutting-edge treatments.1
Professional Background
Dr. Sweetenham joined UT Southwestern in 2019, bringing with him an impressive career in oncology.2 He is internationally recognized for his clinical research on lymphoma and stem cell transplantation, having served as a principal investigator on numerous national and international clinical trials.12
Leadership Roles
In April 2022, Dr. Sweetenham was elected Chair of the Board of Directors of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), an alliance of 32 leading cancer centers in the United States.12 This prestigious position allows him to contribute to setting guidelines and standards for cancer care across the country.
Research and Expertise
Dr. Sweetenham's research focuses primarily on lymphoma and stem cell transplantation. He has authored over 200 original articles, chapters, and books, and serves as an editor and reviewer for various scholarly journals.2 His work has significantly impacted the field, including co-leading an international trial that established a new standard of care for high-risk Hodgkin lymphoma patients following stem cell transplantation.2
Education and Previous Positions
Prior to joining UT Southwestern, Dr. Sweetenham held several notable positions:
- Senior Director for Clinical Affairs and Physician in Chief at the Huntsman Cancer Institute, University of Utah
- Professor of Medicine and Executive Medical Director at Huntsman Cancer Institute
- Vice Chairman for Clinical Research and Professor of Medicine at Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute
- Medical Director of UC San Diego's Nevada Cancer Institute
- Professor at the University of Colorado
He also completed a visiting fellowship in tumor immunology at Harvard Medical School and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.1
Dr. Sweetenham's approach to oncology emphasizes patient-centered care, evidence-based practice, and collaborative decision-making.1 His leadership and expertise continue to shape the field of oncology and improve cancer care for patients across the United States.
