Dr. Benjamin Derman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ben Derman, MD, specializes in hematology oncology. Dr. Derman is an expert in multiple myeloma and plasma cell disorders, including monoclonal gammopathy, amyloidosis, and plasmacytoma. He diagnoses and treats cancerous conditions using innovative techniques, such as CAR T-cell therapy and stem cell transplantation, to deliver long-term success for his patients. In clinical practice, Dr. Derman remains committed to research and is currently focused on identifying strategies that could lead to a possible cure for multiple myeloma. He uses sensitive tests to measure minimal residual disease (MRD) in the body to guide decision-making. Dr. Derman is also investigating new methods and therapies designed to improve outcomes and quality of life for patients. Additionally, he is interested in evaluating the reasons behind racial disparities in multiple myeloma outcomes to better understand patient care. His work has been published in reputable peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Immunotherapy of Cancer, Blood, and the Advances in Blood Cancer Journal.

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Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Specializes in hematology oncology, focusing on multiple myeloma and plasma cell disorders.

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy