Dr. Bret Taback

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Bret Taback is a nationally recognized surgical oncologist affiliated with New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. He spearheads clinical management for melanoma, sarcoma, and skin/soft tissue tumor surgeries. As the Director of the Melanoma Sarcoma Program and the Breast Surgery Fellowship, Dr. Taback is deeply involved in advancing cancer care. He earned his MD from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his general surgery residency at Brown University. Furthermore, Dr. Taback undertook a Basic Science Research Fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and completed a Complex Surgical Oncology fellowship at the John Wayne Cancer Institute. He is actively engaged in clinical research and has authored numerous peer-reviewed papers in prestigious journals, contributing significantly to the fields of surgical oncology and breast cancer treatment. Dr. Taback's expertise encompasses breast and soft tissue surgery, with a focus on breast cancer and innovative surgical techniques.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

— Present

Melanoma Sarcoma Program • New York

Leadership role in the management and surgical treatment of melanoma and sarcoma patients.

Director

— Present

Breast Surgery Fellowship • New York

Oversees the fellowship program focusing on advanced surgical techniques and patient care.

Awards

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Castle Connolly Top Doctor

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Young Investigator Award

Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV or Resume
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)