Dr. Peter Schiff

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Biography

Peter B. Schiff is a Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at NYU Langone Health and NYU Grossman School of Medicine. He specializes in Radiation Oncology with over 30 years of experience, focusing on treating various malignancies including prostate, bladder, kidney, and thoracic cancers. Dr. Schiff obtained his MD and PhD from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where he discovered a unique mechanism of action for the antitumor drug Taxol, which was published in the renowned journal Nature. His career has been dedicated to combining research with patient care, pioneering techniques in radiation therapy, such as intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) and image-guided brachytherapy. Dr. Schiff has a strong commitment to precision medicine, striving to minimize toxicity while maximizing treatment efficacy. He actively participates in clinical trials and collaborates with an exceptional team of colleagues, including medical physicists and oncologists, to advance the field of cancer treatment.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor and Director

2009-01-01 — Present

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

Leading the Department of Radiation Oncology and involved in clinical trials and patient care.

Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program
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Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
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Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.