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James Welsh, MD, Oncology, Maywood, IL

JamesSWelshMDMS, FACRO

Oncology • Maywood, IL

Neuro-Oncology

Professor and Director of Translational Research Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine; Chief of Service Department Chair Radiation Oncology Edward Hines VA Hospital

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  • Office

    2160 S 1st Ave
    Maywood, IL 60153
    Phone+1 708-216-9000
    Fax+1 773-792-5013

Summary

  • Sharks Get Cancer, Mole Rats Don't by James S. Welsh, MD | PenguinRandomHouse.co

    This fresh and fascinating exploration of new directions in cancer research focuses on the important role of the immune system in combatting this dread disease.

Education & Training

  • University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
    University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public HealthFellowship, Helical Tomotherapy, 2001 - 2002
  • Johns Hopkins University
    Johns Hopkins UniversityResidency, Radiation Oncology, 1995 - 1998
  • NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine
    NYU Grossman Long Island School of MedicineInternship, Internal Medicine, 1994 - 1995
  • Stony Brook University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
    Stony Brook University Health Sciences Center School of MedicineClass of 1994

Certifications & Licensure

  • LA State Medical License
    LA State Medical License 2011 - Present
  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2002 - 2026
  • WI State Medical License
    WI State Medical License 2002 - 2011
  • MD State Medical License
    MD State Medical License 1998 - 2001
  • American Board of Radiology Radiation Oncology
  • United Council for Neurological SubspecialtiesNeuro-oncology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • FACR American College of Radiology
  • FASTRO American Society for Radiation Oncology
  • FACRO American College of Radiation Oncology

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • "Disappearing Act." (Vital Signs section of Discover Magazine)  
    James Welsh., Discover Magazine. March 2014. Pages 24-6
  • Quarks, leptons, bosons, and fermions: the pharmacology of radiation therapy.  
    Welsh JS., Science & Medicine. 10(2):124-36; 2005.
  • Stereotactic radiotherapy for Cushing’s disease and prolactinoma. Journal of Radiosurgery.  
    Welsh J, Wharam MD, Nauta H, Williams J., Journal of Radiosurgery. 2:23-29; 1999
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Books/Book Chapters

  • Space Radiation: Astrophysical origins, radiobiological effects and implications for space travellers 
    James S. WelshIOP Publishing Ltd , Bristol, UKEdition 1st,2024
  • Sharks Get Cancer, Mole Rats Don't: How Animals Could Hold the Key to Unlocking Cancer Immunity in Humans 
    James S. WelshPrometheus Books

Press Mentions

  • Immunotherapy with Radiation Shows Efficacy Against Melanoma
    Immunotherapy with Radiation Shows Efficacy Against MelanomaJuly 6th, 2016
  • Combining Radiation with Immunotherapy Showing Promise Against Melanoma
    Combining Radiation with Immunotherapy Showing Promise Against MelanomaMay 20th, 2016

Committees

  • Board of Directors, Society for Brain mapping and Therapeutics (SBMT) 2013 - Present
  • Alternate Councilor, ACR 2010 - Present
  • Board of Chancellors, American College of Radiation Oncology 2008 - Present
  • Chair, NRC Subcommittee, Governmental Affairs Committee of ASTRO 2010 - 2013
  • Chair, Scientific Program Committee, American College of Radiation Oncology 2007 - 2009
  • Chair, Radiation Oncology & Radiobiology Subcommittee, RSNA Scientific Program Committee 2006 - 2009

Professional Memberships

Dr. James Welsh, Dr. James Welsh, MD, Dr. J Welsh, Dr. James S Welsh