Professor Dr. Steven Hancock

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Steven Hancock is a Professor in Radiation Oncology at Stanford University Medical Center, with over 30 years of experience. His expertise lies in treating genitourinary cancers, including prostate, bladder, kidney, and penile urethral cancers. He specializes in radiation therapy and radiosurgery for both malignant and benign conditions affecting the central nervous system, such as glioblastoma, astrocytoma, and meningioma, among others. As a member of the National Cancer Center Network (NCCN) guidelines panels, he contributes to the advancement of clinical standards in kidney and testicular cancers. His research focuses on the clinical trials of radiation sensitizers and hypoxic cell cytotoxic agents, and he evaluates treatment outcomes related to radiation therapy, including the late effects and the risk of secondary malignancies and cardiovascular disease associated with radiation. Dr. Hancock's current research interests include applying new imaging and treatment technologies to enhance tumor control while minimizing side effects of combined modality therapy. He is also involved in innovative clinical trials assessing advanced imaging techniques in prostate radiotherapy. He holds multiple board certifications in Radiology and Internal Medicine and has a comprehensive educational background from Stanford University School of Medicine.

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