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Sandip Patel
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Sandip Patel, M.D. is a medical oncologist and professor at UC San Diego Health.1 Here are some key details about his background and career:
Education and Training
Dr. Patel completed his undergraduate degree in Biology with a focus on Cancer Pharmacology at Duke University from 2000 to 2004.1 He then went on to earn his M.D. from Baylor College of Medicine in 2008.1 After medical school, he completed his internal medicine residency at UCLA Medical Center from 2008 to 2011, followed by a hematology/oncology fellowship at Duke University Medical Center from 2011 to 2014.1
Career at UC San Diego Health
Dr. Patel has been with UC San Diego Health since 2014, progressing through the following roles:
- Assistant Professor (June 2014 - July 2022)
- Associate Professor (July 2018 - July 2022)
- Professor (July 2022 - Present)1
Research Focus
Dr. Patel specializes in early phase cancer immunotherapy trials across various cancer types. His work focuses on:
- Phase 1 clinical trials
- Immunotherapy biomarker development
- Thoracic oncology
- Rare tumors1
He also served as the Assistant Director of the UCSD Moores Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office during his time as an Assistant Professor.1
Previous Experience
Prior to joining UC San Diego Health, Dr. Patel gained valuable experience in clinical research and patient care:
- Hematology/Oncology Fellow at Duke University Medical Center (2011-2014)
- Internal Medicine Resident at UCLA Medical Center (2008-2011)
- Clinical Researcher at MD Anderson Cancer Center (2004-2008)1
Dr. Patel's career demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing cancer research and treatment, particularly in the field of immunotherapy.
