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Elm and Carlton StBuffalo, NY 14263
Phone+1 716-845-2300
Fax+1 716-845-8003
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Summary
- Dr. Denise Rokitka is a Pediatric Hematologist and Oncologist based in Buffalo, NY with specific expertise in pediatric solid tumor oncology and survivorship. She completed both her residency in Pediatrics and fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at the University at Buffalo, after graduating from Ross University School of Medicine in 2002. Dr. Rokitka has numerous published works in reputable journals and is cited frequently, with a prominent interest in HPV vaccine delivery in cancer care settings, Wilms Tumor, and exercise interventions for adult survivors of childhood cancer. She is also involved in various clinical trials including 'Aromatherapy for Integrated Cancer Care' and 'Childhood Cancer Survivor Study', serving roles such as Contact, Sub-Investigator, and Principal Investigator.
Education & Training
University at BuffaloFellowship, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, 2005 - 2008- University at BuffaloResidency, Pediatrics, 2002 - 2005
Ross University School of MedicineClass of 2002
Certifications & Licensure
NY State Medical License 2006 - 2025
PA State Medical License 2007 - 2007
American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics- American Board of Pediatrics Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
Clinical Trials
- Childhood Cancer Survivor Study Start of enrollment: 1995 Jan 05
Roles: Contact, Principal Investigator
- Effects of Dexrazoxane Hydrochloride on Biomarkers Associated With Cardiomyopathy and Heart Failure After Cancer Treatment Start of enrollment: 2014 Mar 05
- Aromatherapy for Integrated Cancer Care Start of enrollment: 2018 Apr 11
Roles: Contact, Sub-Investigator
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Piloting a Patient-Driven Online Survey to Better Understand Cancer in Adolescents and Young Adults (AYA) in the United States.Lynda Beaupin, Scott Borinstein, Nicholas D Yeager, Denise Rokitka, Jennifer Schweitzer
Cureus. 2024-07-01 - 2 citationsExamining the Barriers and Opportunities for Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Delivery in Cancer Care Settings: A Mixed-Methods Study.Melany A Garcia, Nicolas F Schlecht, Denise A Rokitka, Kristopher M Attwood, Elisa M Rodriguez
Cancer Prevention Research. 2023-10-02 - 2 citationsHuman papillomavirus vaccination uptake among childhood cancer survivors in Western New York.Melany Garcia, Cailey McGillicuddy, Elisa M Rodriguez, Kristopher Attwood, Jennifer Schweitzer
Pediatric Blood & Cancer. 2022-11-01
Journal Articles
- Suboptimal Vitamin D levels in Adult Survivors of Childhood cancerRokitka, DA, International Journal of Cancer Therapy and Oncology, 7/3/2016
Press Mentions
- Seven Roswell Park Physicians Recognized as ‘Exceptional Women in Medicine’March 21st, 2023
Assessing the Risks of Thyroid Malignancy Among Childhood Cancer SurvivorsDecember 10th, 2014- Unique Challenges for Cancer Patients in Their 20s and 30sJune 1st, 2023
Professional Memberships
- Member
- American Society for Pediatric Hematology/OncologyMember
- Society of Integrative OncologyMember
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