The Alan H. Porter, M.D., & Claudia B. Porter, R.N., Department of Radiation Oncology is pleased to announce that UF has named Paul Okunieff, MD, as Professor Emeritus, in recognition of his distinguished career and many years of service to the university, the field of radiation oncology, and patients with cancer.
A new University of Florida study aims to determine which of two blood tests can help doctors better track how cervical cancer responds to treatment. Awarded $1.59 million by the Florida Department of Health’s Cancer Innovation Fund and led by Paul Okunieff, MD, professor (shown right), Department…
The grant will allow the team to study a plasma biomarker for the early detection of cancer treatment response and resistance.
The Emerald Coast Medical Association (ECMA) has presented its prestigious Award of Excellence to Paul Okunieff, MD, professor and chair of the UF College of Medicine Department of Radiation Oncology, for lifetime achievements in the practice of medicine. A recognized expert in therapeutic radiology and a pioneer…
A research team led by UF Radiation Oncology Professor and Chair Paul Okunieff, MD has received a $14,931 grant from the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation (FBCF) to provide medical items to breast cancer patients and survivors. Second Year Radiation Oncology Resident Anthony Casper, DO and Research…
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