NEW
YORK, July 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elizabeth Comen, MD, an internationally
recognized breast cancer oncologist and women's health specialist
known for her pioneering contributions in the field, has joined
the Breast Cancer Center at NYU Langone Health's Perlmutter
Cancer Center as an associate professor of medicine. She comes to
NYU Langone from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
An award-winning oncologist and bestselling author, Dr. Comen
has focused her clinical and translational research on the
relationship between the immune system and breast cancer growth,
particularly in metastatic disease.
"Dr. Comen's dedication to advancing breast cancer research and
treatment aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing the
highest quality of care and conducting innovative research to
better understand and treat cancer," said Alec Kimmelman, MD, PhD, the Anita Steckler and
Joseph Steckler Chair of Radiation Oncology and director of the
Perlmutter Cancer Center. "We are thrilled to welcome her to our
team."
Dr. Comen is renowned for her reputation as an advocate for
women's health and wellness. Her recently published book, "All in
Her Head," unpacks the legacy behind the pervasive gaps in women's
healthcare.
She has also appeared in countless local, national, and
international news outlets, speaking to the complexities of breast
cancer care to the general public to increase awareness and
understanding, as well as advocating for women's health more
broadly. As a result of her work, Dr. Comen has had the opportunity
to collaborate with organizations such as the White House Women's
Health Research Initiative and the Collaborative of Women's Health
Access Matters to promote equity for women's health.
"I am honored to contribute to Perlmutter Cancer Center's
mission of providing compassionate, cutting-edge care to people
facing breast cancer," said Dr. Comen. "I look forward to working
alongside my esteemed colleagues to further our understanding of
this disease and improve outcomes for patients."
About Dr. Comen
Dr. Comen earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed her internship
and residency at Mount Sinai Hospital. She did her fellowships in
medical oncology and advanced breast medicine at Memorial Sloan
Kettering Cancer Center, where she then went on to hold several
faculty positions. Dr. Comen specializes in internal medicine and
is board certified in medical oncology, and she is an active member
of several professional organizations and societies, including the
American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Women's
Medical Association. She has received a Department of Defense
Breakthrough Award for research on breast cancer tumor-infiltrating
leukocytes that harbor mutations in oncogenes. The award is given
to investigators whose research has high potential to make
breakthroughs in the field of breast cancer.
Media Contact:
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Dziuba
Media Relations Manager
ryan.dziuba@nyulangone.org
212-404-4131
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