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S. John Liu, MD, PhD

Radiation Oncology
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S. John Liu, MD, PhD

Radiation Oncology

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About me

Dr. S. John Liu is a radiation oncologist who cares for patients with brain tumors. He is interested in developing ways to maximize the efficacy of radiation for brain tumor treatment while minimizing its side effects.

Liu's research centers on improving brain tumor diagnosis and care, with a particular focus on malignant gliomas. He leads a research group spanning many disciplines that uses genetic information and techniques to identify next-generation targets for medical and radiation treatment of brain tumors.

Liu earned his medical degree and a doctorate in biomedical sciences at UCSF. He also completed a residency in radiation oncology at UCSF.

Education & training

Residency

  • Radiation Oncology, University of CA at San Francisco - Pathology GME

Internship

  • Internal Medicine, Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Francisco

Degree

  • MD, UCSF School of Medicine

My expertise

  • Specialties
  • Conditions
  • Treatments
    • Radiation Treatment
    • Total Body Irradiation
    • 3D Conformal Radiation Therapy
    • Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy
    • Stereotactic Cranial Radiation
    • Stereotactic Spine Radiosurgery
    • Intraoperative Radiation Therapy
    • Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy
    • Image-Guided Radiation Therapy
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