Dr. Peter Illei

Associate Professor

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Biography

Peter B. Illei is an Associate Professor in the Division of Cytopathology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His clinical expertise includes pulmonary pathology, transplant pathology, and cytopathology, particularly concerning lung cancer biomarkers. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pécs School of Medicine and completed his residency at NYU Langone Hospital, specializing in Pathology - Anatomic & Clinical. He furthered his training with fellowships in Oncologic Surgical Pathology and Cytopathology at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Illei’s research interests focus on the development of novel immunohistochemical and molecular markers for diagnosing solid tissue tumors, including those related to lung cancer, mesothelioma, and lung transplantation. His work emphasizes immunohistochemical molecular characterization of lung cancers and mesotheliomas, contributing significantly to advancements in thoracic disease pathology. He has published several notable papers and has received various accolades throughout his career, such as the Pulmonary Pathology Society Prize. Dr. Illei is a member of multiple professional organizations, including the International Association Study of Lung Cancer and the American Society of Cytopathology.

Research Interests

Awards

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Pulmonary Pathology Society Prize

2002-01-01
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Poster Award

1996-01-01
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Prize Young Clinical Investigator

1990-01-01

Requirements for Johns Hopkins University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Inorganic Chemistry with Lab Organic Chemistry with Lab General Biology with Lab
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • CV
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Pathology - PhD in Pathobiology. GRE is not required.