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Wasif Saif, MD, Oncology, Detroit, MI

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Oncology • Detroit, MI

Gastrointestinal Cancer, Complementary and Integrative, Clinical Pharmacology

Leader Phase I MDT and Director Eisenberg Center for Translational Therapeutics Gastrointestinal Oncology MDT Co-Leader and Co-Director Karmanos Cancer Institute Professor, Department of Oncology Wayne State University School of Medicine

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  • Office

    Karmanos Cancer Institute
    4100 John R St
    Detroit, MI 48201

Summary

  • Recognized as an internationally renowned expert and Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the fields of Gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, Experimental Therapeutics and Pharmacogenetics. I have distinguished myself in terms of clinical care, teaching, research and administration. I do carry the vision of a strategic leader with knowledge and experience in academic institutions, health centers, and teaching hospitals. I have demonstrated experience as a leader who inspires faculty and staff to work together to maximize the potential of the department. I understand cancer research and cancer care from the perspective of personal clinical practice experience. I have participated in the management of clinical enterprise and demonstrated an understanding of the issues involved.

    I have cultured over the years, the qualities of leadership, collaboration, communication, and fairness, which all are required to perform any executive job. I am always considered as a valuable member and an effective leader of successful multi-disciplinary cancer management teams with a passion for mentoring and thrives in highly pressurized working environments.

    I have published over 600 peer-reviewed articles about cancer treatment and research and over 90 abstracts, and over 2 dozens of book chapters.

    I have been selected as the “America's Top Oncologist” as well as the “Leading physician of the World”.

    In summary, I have been blessed to contribute to both society and science with a proven track record of significant achievements in the context of clinical research, teaching, mentoring and administration. I owe my successes to God, my parents, patients, family, friends and peers.

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    New Yorkers Adjusting Cancer Treatments Over COVID Concerns

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    Dustin Diamond's Death Puts Spotlight on Lung Cancer

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    Why Are Older Adults More Likely to Be Excluded From Cancer Drug Trials?

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    A Yale oncologist faces down pancreatic cancer

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    Gastrointestinal Malignancies: Chaired by Wasif Saif, MD

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    Cancer Prevention Facts and Fiction: What the Experts Say

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Education & Training

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
    National Institutes of Health Clinical CenterFellowship, Hematology and Medical Oncology, 1998 - 2001
  • University of Connecticut
    University of ConnecticutResidency, Internal Medicine, 1995 - 1998
  • Mayo Hospital
    Mayo HospitalInternship, 1993 - 1994
  • King Edward Medical University
    King Edward Medical UniversityClass of 1993
  • F.G. Sir Syed College
    F.G. Sir Syed CollegePre-Medical/F.Sc./H.S.C., 1984 - 1986

Certifications & Licensure

  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2024 - 2026
  • MI State Medical License
    MI State Medical License 2023 - 2026
  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 2022 - 2024
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 2010 - 2024
  • MA State Medical License
    MA State Medical License 2012 - 2019
  • CT State Medical License
    CT State Medical License 2005 - 2011
  • AL State Medical License
    AL State Medical License 2001 - 2005
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Medical Oncology
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Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Top Doctors off New York Usa News, 2019
  • TOP DOCTOR USA NEWS, 2018
  • USA TOP DOC FOR CANCER Castle Conolly, 2018
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Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Pancreatic cancer: new hopes for early detection and a future screening tool?  
    El-Jurdi NH, Saif MW, Journal of Pancreas, 1/28/2014
  • Role of neoadjuvant therapy in management of pancreatic cancer  
    Li J, Saif MW, Journal of Pancreas, 1/28/2014
  • Targeted agents in treatment of neuroendocrine tumors of pancreas  
    Karampelas IN, Syrigos KN, Saif MW, Journal of Pancreas, 1/28/2014
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Books/Book Chapters

  • Cancer Immunology: A Translational Medicine Context 
    Chapter: Immuntherapy for Pancreatic Cancer. 
    Stevenson R, Saif MWEditors: Prof. Nima Rezaei.Springer, Powell, WY2014
  • Clinical Oncology for Tablets 
    Chapter: Pancreatic Cancer 
    Flores JP, Saif MWEditors: Prof. S.2014
  • UpToDate 
    Chapter: Fluoropyrimidine-induced. 
    Saif MWEditors: Diane Savarese, MD.2014
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Abstracts/Posters

  • Safety and Efficacy of Capecitabine in Adjuvant Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer.
    Abrahams M, Knisely J, Huber K, Saif MW, ASTRO, 1/1/2014
  • A pilot study evaluating the safety and impact of pretreatment with metformin on colorectal cancer stem cells (CCSC) in patients undergoing resection.
    Nicholas C. DeVito, Martin D. Goodman, Jennifer Caplain, Shrikar Rajagopal, Daniel Popowich, Bruce A Orkin, Elizabeth Grimm, Philip N. Tsichlis, Robert E. Martell, Sai..., J Clin Oncol, 1/1/2014
  • A phase I study of metformin and chemotherapy in solid tumors.
    Athena Kritharis, Jennifer Caplain, Shrikar Rajagopal, Elizabeth Grimm, Philip N. Tsichlis, Robert Martell, Saif MW, J Clin Oncol, 1/1/2014
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Lectures

  • "Use of metformin in Clinical trials" 
    New Orleans, LA - 1/1/2014
  • "Grand Rounds" 
    Multiple locations, 2012-2010 - 1/1/2013
  • "Hem-Onc Grand Rounds" 
    Multiple locations, 2012-2010 - 1/1/2013
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Other

  • Editor: "Pancreatic Neoplasm, Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers Private Limited, New Delhi, India" 
    Goodman M, Saif MW
    1/1/2013
  • Cancer Vaccines. 
    Saif MW, Hemonc Today
    1/25/2011
  • Studies Suggest More Flexibility in Treating Advanced Colorectal Cancer: Commentary. 
    Saif MW
    http://www.cancer.gov/ncicancerbulletin/NCI_Cancer_Bulletin_072407.pdf
    1/1/2007
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Press Mentions

  • Orlando Health Launches Seamless Pancreatic Cancer Care
    Orlando Health Launches Seamless Pancreatic Cancer CareNovember 2nd, 2022
  • Orlando Health Cancer Institute Welcomes New Gastrointestinal Cancer Expert
    Orlando Health Cancer Institute Welcomes New Gastrointestinal Cancer ExpertJune 22nd, 2022
  • High Cholesterol Levels May Impact Your Risk of Certain Cancers: What We Know
    High Cholesterol Levels May Impact Your Risk of Certain Cancers: What We KnowAugust 30th, 2021
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Grant Support

  • NCORPNorthwellHealth2019–Present
  • NCI-SPOREUAB2003–Present
  • TP Upregulation and Capecitabine CombosUAB2002–Present
  • DPD Deficiency SyndromeUAB2001–Present
  • UL1 TR001064NCIPresent

Committees

  • PI, SWOG 2020 - Present
  • Chair, GI Commitee, Chemotherapy Foundation 2019 - Present
  • Founding Steering Member Faculty, Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic cancer 2019 - Present
  • see above, Editorial Position including Chief Editor, Senior, Associate, Section 2012 - 2018
  • Member, ASCO
  • Member, Pancreas Club
  • Member, ACOSOG
  • Member, ECOG
  • Member, NCCN

Research History

  • co-PINCORP NorthwellHealth2020 - Present
  • Principal InvestigatorSWOG NorthwellHealth2020 - Present
  • Principal InvestigatorPerformed over 70 Phase I,II and III studies in solid tumors especially GI Cancers1999 - 2014

Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi

Industry Relationships

  • Advisor and Speaker, Ipsen, Novartis, Lexicon, Genentech, Celgene

External Links

  • Linkedinhttps://www.linkedin.com/profile/guided-edit-entry-point

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