Hematology
Diwakar Davar, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine; Clinical Director, Melanoma and Skin Cancer Program; Vice-Chief of Academic Affairs, Division of Hematology-Oncology
Dr. Diwakar Davar is an Associate Professor of Medicine and medical oncologist/hematologist at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, specializing in advanced melanoma and cutaneous malignancies. He is Clinical Director of the Melanoma and Skin Cancer Program and Vice-Chief of Academic Affairs in the Division of Hematology-Oncology. Dr. Davar's clinical expertise encompasses melanoma, cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, and Merkel cell carcinoma, with particular focus on imm
21+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)
- Medical Oncology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education & Training
- MBBS, National University of Singapore, 2005
- MSc, University of Pittsburgh, 2016
- Residency in Internal Medicine, UPMC Medical Education, 2009–2012
- Fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology, UPMC Medical Education, 2013–2016
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2024-2026 (3 years)
- Conquer Cancer Foundation/Genentech BioOncology — Young Investigator Award
2016
- University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute — Junior Scholar Award in Clinical Cancer Research
2017
- University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute — First Place Director's Award, Clinical Sciences
2015
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
- UPMC Presbyterian
- UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
21+ years in practice