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Norman J. Lacayo is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Stanford University, specializing in Hematology and Oncology. He has extensive experience in pediatric oncology, particularly focusing on acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and childhood lymphoblastic lymphoma. He has been a member of the Children's Oncology Group Myeloid Steering Committee since 2007 and is the Director of the Pediatric Oncology Experimental Therapeutics Investigators' Consortium (POETIC) since 2019. His notable academic achievements include board certification from the American Board of Pediatrics in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology and his educational credentials from the University of California at San Francisco School of Medicine. Lacayo's research interests include phase drug studies for refractory leukemia, genomic studies, and novel techniques for minimal residual disease detection. He is actively involved in numerous clinical trials aimed at enhancing treatment protocols for pediatric cancer patients, demonstrating his commitment to improving outcomes for children with life-threatening conditions. In addition to his research, Lacayo teaches medical students and residents, sharing his knowledge and expertise in the complex field of pediatric hematology-oncology.
Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA
Specializing in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, focusing on research and clinical practice.
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