Oncology
Alex Adjei, MD PHD
Chief, Cancer Institute; Chair, Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland, OH
Alex A. Adjei, MD, PhD, is a distinguished oncologist specializing in thoracic cancer and clinical pharmacology, serving as Chief of the Cleveland Clinic Cancer Institute and Chair of the Taussig Cancer Institute. He directs cancer care, research, and operations across Cleveland Clinic campuses in Ohio, Florida, Abu Dhabi, and London, coordinating multidisciplinary teams for solid tumors, particularly lung cancer, and hematologic malignancies. Dr. Adjei treats adult patients with advanced lung c
40+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Medical Oncology (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Medical School: University of Ghana Medical School (MD, 1982)
- Residency: Howard University (Internal Medicine, 1989-1992)
- Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University (Hematology and Medical Oncology, 1992-1995)
- PhD: University of Alberta
Peer Recognition
- European Society of Medical Oncology — Lifetime Achievement Award
- International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer — Adi F. Gazdar Merit Award for Distinguished Achievement in Lung Cancer Research and Mentorship
- International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer — Award for Distinguished Service in Lung Cancer Research and Mentorship
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Medical Oncology
Conditions & Treatments
Cancer SurvivorshipChemotherapy
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Cleveland Clinic
Languages
English
Experience
40+ years in practice