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Dr. Joseph D. Shirk is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Urology at UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center, specializing in urologic oncology. He completed his medical degree at the Medical College of Wisconsin in 2012 after obtaining a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wisconsin in 2007. He underwent residency training in Urology at UCLA School of Medicine from 2013 to 2018 and completed his fellowship in Urologic Oncology at UCLA from 2018 to 2020. His clinical and research interests focus on innovative imaging techniques for bladder, kidney, and prostate cancer treatment. Dr. Shirk has published several notable studies, exploring topics such as decision-making aids for prostate cancer patients and the implementation of 3D imaging and virtual reality in surgical planning. His efforts aim to improve surgical outcomes and enhance patient care through advanced technological solutions in urology.
UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Los Angeles, CA
Specializing in urologic oncology, focusing on innovative imaging techniques and surgical planning.
Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.