Dr. Mitchell Posner

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Biography

Mitchell C. Posner is a Thomas D. Jones Distinguished Service Professor in the Department of Radiation and Cellular Oncology at the University of Chicago. He specializes in cancer surgery, with a particular focus on esophageal cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, melanoma, pancreatic cancer, sarcomas, and stomach cancer. His clinical interests also include the Whipple procedure, which is performed for pancreatic cancer. Posner has made significant contributions to the understanding of intermediate-term mortality associated with pancreatectomy for cancer and has published numerous articles in prestigious medical journals. His work includes evaluating surgical morbidity and mortality through innovative classification systems and the integration of clinical-molecular classification of colorectal liver metastases in clinical trials. Posner is actively involved in the surgical oncology community, sharing insights and expertise through various publications and interviews, emphasizing the importance of education and research in improving patient outcomes.

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Experience

Thomas D. Jones Distinguished Service Professor

— Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Holding a distinguished service position in the Department of Radiation and Cellular Oncology, focusing on a variety of cancer treatments.

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
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Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
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Total
Required:104
IELTS
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Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy