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Katherine "Katie" Ryan, D.O., is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Stanford University, specializing in pediatric neuro-oncology and neuro-immuno-oncology. She focuses on designing innovative early-phase clinical trials that harness immunotherapy, particularly CAR T cell therapy, for treating children with aggressive central nervous system tumors. Dr. Ryan is the Principal Investigator of the first-in-human Phase 1 clinical trial for GPC2-directed CAR T-cell therapy, applying it to children and young adults with relapsed refractory medulloblastoma and various tumors. As a core member of the Stanford Children’s Pediatric Brain Tumor Program, she integrates novel therapies into the comprehensive care of her patients. Dr. Ryan collaborates with multiple disciplines to deliver multidisciplinary care and is involved in several national consortia focused on advancing immunotherapy for pediatric brain tumors. Her research includes pioneering clinical trial designs and developing patient-centered therapies to improve outcomes for children facing complex conditions.
Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA
Specializing in pediatric neuro-oncology and leading clinical trials involving CAR T cell therapy.
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