Oncology
Shreyaskumar Patel, MD
Tenured Professor of Medicine, Robert R. Herring Distinguished Professor of Cancer Research, Medical Director of the Sarcoma Center
Dr. Shreyaskumar R. Patel is a tenured Professor of Medicine at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, where he serves as Medical Director of the Sarcoma Center and holds the Robert R. Herring Distinguished Professorship in Cancer Research. Specializing in medical oncology, he focuses on sarcomas, gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs), and other soft tissue and bone malignancies. His clinical practice involves systemic therapies for advanced sarcomas, including ch
40+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- 1987 American Board of Internal Medicine
- 1991 Subspecialty of Medical Oncology
- 2000 Re-certified for subspecialty of Medical Oncology
- 2004 Texas Medical Board
Education & Training
- 1977 M.S. University, Baroda, India, Pre-Medical, BS
- 1976 S. P. University, Vallabh Vidyanagar, India, Preparatory Science, BA
- 1981 Baroda Medical College, Baroda, India, MD
- 1982-1983 Compulsory Rotating Internship, M.S. University, Baroda
- 1984-1987 Clinical Residency, Internal Medicine, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
Peer Recognition
- America's Top Doctors — America's Top Doctor
2013-2022 (10 years)
- America's Top Doctors — America's Top Oncologist
2010-2011 (2 years)
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
2016-2017 (2 years)
2022-2023 (2 years)
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- 2023 America Top Doctor
- 2023 Mendolsohn Lifetime Achievement
- 2012 Best Doctor in America
- 2000 Award of Tenure, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
- 1991 Fellow of the American College of Physicians
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Languages
English
Experience
40+ years in practice