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Jaffer Ajani, MD, Oncology, Houston, TX

Jaffer A. Ajani MD


Professor of Medicine, University Tex Houston

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  • 1515 Holcombe BlvdHouston, TX 77030

  • Phone+1 713-792-6161

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Summary

  • Dr. Jaffer Ajani, MD is an oncologist in Houston, Texas. He is currently licensed to practice medicine in Texas, Alabama, and Arizona. He is a Professor of Medicine at University Tex Houston.

Education & Training

  • University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston/M D Anderson Cancer Center
    University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston/M D Anderson Cancer CenterFellowship, Hematology and Medical Oncology, 1980 - 1982
  • Tulane University
    Tulane UniversityResidency, Internal Medicine, 1977 - 1980
  • UPMC Medical Education/Altoona Hospital
    UPMC Medical Education/Altoona HospitalResidency, Family Medicine, 1975 - 1977
  • UPMC Medical Education/Altoona Hospital
    UPMC Medical Education/Altoona HospitalInternship, Transitional Year, 1974 - 1975
  • Indira Gandhi Medical College
    Indira Gandhi Medical CollegeClass of 1971

Certifications & Licensure

  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 2021 - Present
  • AZ State Medical License
    AZ State Medical License 2024 - 2026
  • WA State Medical License
    WA State Medical License 2024 - 2026
  • AL State Medical License
    AL State Medical License 2024 - 2025
  • GA State Medical License
    GA State Medical License 2024 - 2025
  • LA State Medical License
    LA State Medical License 1977 - 2025
  • LA State Medical License
    LA State Medical License 2024 - 2025
  • Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
  • Medical Oncology
    American Board of Internal Medicine Medical Oncology
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • New Insights into Biology, Origin of Deadly Stomach and Esophageal Cancers
    New Insights into Biology, Origin of Deadly Stomach and Esophageal CancersOctober 27th, 2022
  • Immunotherapy Is Now the First Choice for Esophageal Cancer
    Immunotherapy Is Now the First Choice for Esophageal CancerMay 31st, 2022
  • BMS’ Opdivo Gets Late-Stage Oesophageal Cancer Nod from FDA
    BMS’ Opdivo Gets Late-Stage Oesophageal Cancer Nod from FDAMay 29th, 2022
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Grant Support

  • Common Stem Cell of Origin for Junctional and Gastric AdenocarcinomaUNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON2022–2027