Oncology
Frank Fossella, M.D.
Associate Medical Director, Department of Thoracic/Head and Neck Medical Oncology; Professor of Medicine and Internist
Dr. Frank V. Fossella is a distinguished thoracic medical oncologist specializing in lung cancer treatment at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. With nearly 50 years of experience since 1987, he focuses on patients with non-small cell lung cancer, small cell lung cancer, and malignant mesothelioma, an asbestos-related malignancy. As a clinician-researcher, Dr. Fossella has served as principal investigator for over 50 clinical trials spanning phases I to III, eva
40+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Medical Oncology (ABIM)
- Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Baylor College of Medicine, 1982 — M.D.
- 1978 BA in Biology, Cornell University College of Arts and Sciences, Ithaca, New York
- Medical Oncology Fellowship, Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals, 1985-1987
- Internal Medicine Residency, Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals, 1982-1985
Peer Recognition
- America’s Top Doctors — America’s Top Doctor
2023
- Best Doctors in America — Best Doctors in America
2003-2024 (22 years)
- Castle Connolly — America's Top Doctors
2001-2024 (24 years)
2016-2017 (2 years)
- Houston Magazine — Houston Top Doctor
2006-2024 (19 years)
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- 2020 Melvin L. Samuels Award: Excellence in Patient Care, MD Anderson Cancer Center
- 2005-2007 Apple Award for Health Care Education
- 2000 Good Housekeeping Recognition as one of the Best Doctors for Breast, Lung, and Colorectal Cancer
- 1999 Julie and Ben Rogers Award for Excellence in Patient Care
- 1996 Faculty Achievement Award for Patient Care
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Languages
English
Experience
40+ years in practice