DeVita, Hellman, and Rosenberg’s Cancer (12th Edition) – eBook

About The Author

Steven A. Rosenberg

Dr. Steven A. Rosenberg, is a distinguished American cancer researcher and surgeon. He serves as the Chief of Surgery at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, and holds professorships at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences and the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. A pioneering figure in the field, he has led the way in developing immunotherapy, resulting in groundbreaking treatments and advancements in gene therapy. Notably, he was the first researcher to successfully insert foreign genes into human subjects, marking a significant milestone in medical history.

Theodore S. Lawrence

Dr. Theodore S. Lawrence has prepared for a career as a physician scientist by earning both an MD and PhD. Initially focused on internal medicine and medical oncology, he ultimately specialized in radiation oncology, becoming board certified in all three areas. With 30 years of clinical practice, he specializes in treating gastrointestinal and CNS tumors. His research involves developing chemotherapeutic radiation sensitizers and integrating molecularly targeted therapies, collaborating with basic scientists to explore new combinations for clinical trials. He also focuses on highly conformal radiation therapy for brain and gastrointestinal cancers, adapting treatments based on patient response assessed by advanced imaging and plasma biomarkers. Dr. Lawrence has authored over 300 peer-reviewed publications and has received continuous support from the National Cancer Institute for over 20 years.

Vincent T. DeVita