Dr. Michael Hogarty

Professor

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Biography

Michael D. Hogarty, MD, is a Professor in Pediatrics with a focus on Oncology at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. His research primarily investigates childhood solid tumors, particularly neuroblastoma, with an emphasis on identifying key oncogenic pathways and developing novel therapeutic strategies. Dr. Hogarty's lab is notable for its work on polyamines and their contributions to neuroblastoma pathogenesis, as well as exploring the role of Bcl2 family proteins in cancer therapy resistance. He employs a variety of preclinical models, including human xenografts and transgenic mouse models, to study these processes and has made significant discoveries regarding the intrinsic and extrinsic factors affecting cancer cell behavior. Besides his research, Dr. Hogarty has considerable clinical expertise in managing neuroblastoma and related histiocytic diseases in children. He holds leadership positions in several national and international organizations focused on neuroblastoma research and therapy.

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Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

Professor in Pediatrics, focusing on Oncology and the study of childhood solid tumors.

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
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