Dr. Erik Sulman

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Biography

Dr. Erik P. Sulman is a prominent specialist in Radiation Oncology at NYU Langone Health, where he co-directs the Brain Spine Tumor Center at the Perlmutter Cancer Center. He is dedicated to treating brain and spinal cord tumors using advanced radiation techniques including Gamma Knife® radiosurgery and external beam radiation therapy. Dr. Sulman completed his MD and PhD at Temple University and subsequently trained in radiation oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, graduating in 2008. His research focuses on improving treatment effectiveness and the identification of molecular predictors of treatment response for patients with brain tumors. Dr. Sulman actively participates in national and international clinical trials, serving as the translational science chair for major brain tumor trials in the United States. As a board member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology, he emphasizes the importance of personalized patient care and reformulating treatment strategies based on individual patient needs. Dr. Sulman's approach to care is characterized by a commitment to maintaining patient dignity and quality of life during treatment.

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Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
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Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.