Expertise in
18
conditions

Dr. Bruce Cheson

Oncology
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
Washington, DC 
Expertise in
18
conditions
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
Washington, DC 

Overview

Bruce Cheson is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c..

Dr. Cheson is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Follicular Lymphoma, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 265 peer reviewed articles and participating in 9 clinical trials.

Specialties

Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in DC

Hospital Affiliations

Sibley Memorial Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
3800 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, DC 20007
Other Locations
Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders
6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 660, Bethesda, MD 20817

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

7 Clinical Trials

Intergroup Randomized Phase 2 Four Arm Study In Patients ≥ 60 With Previously Untreated Mantle Cell Lymphoma Of Therapy With: Arm A = Rituximab+ Bendamustine Followed By Rituximab Consolidation (RB → R); Arm B = Rituximab + Bendamustine + Bortezomib Followed By Rituximab Consolidation (RBV→ R), Arm C = Rituximab + Bendamustine Followed By Lenalidomide + Rituximab Consolidation (RB → LR) or Arm D = Rituximab + Bendamustine + Bortezomib Followed By Lenalidomide + Rituximab Consolidation (RBV → LR)
Intergroup Randomized Phase 2 Four Arm Study In Patients ≥ 60 With Previously Untreated Mantle Cell Lymphoma Of Therapy With: Arm A = Rituximab+ Bendamustine Followed By Rituximab Consolidation (RB → R); Arm B = Rituximab + Bendamustine + Bortezomib Followed By Rituximab Consolidation (RBV→ R), Arm C = Rituximab + Bendamustine Followed By Lenalidomide + Rituximab Consolidation (RB → LR) or Arm D = Rituximab + Bendamustine + Bortezomib Followed By Lenalidomide + Rituximab Consolidation (RBV → LR)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: June 03, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug, Biological
Study Drugs: Rituximab, Bendamustine Hydrochloride, Bortezomib, Lenalidomide
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 1 Study of Lenalidomide and Ibrutinib in Combination With Rituximab in Relapsed and Refractory CLL and SLL
A Phase 1 Study of Lenalidomide and Ibrutinib in Combination With Rituximab in Relapsed and Refractory CLL and SLL
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: May 13, 2026
Intervention Type: Procedure, Biological, Drug
Study Drugs: Ibrutinib, Lenalidomide, Rituximab
Study Phase: Phase 1
An International, Phase 3, Open-Label, Randomized Study of BGB-3111 Compared With Bendamustine Plus Rituximab in Patients With Previously Untreated Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia or Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (CLL/SLL)
An International, Phase 3, Open-Label, Randomized Study of BGB-3111 Compared With Bendamustine Plus Rituximab in Patients With Previously Untreated Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia or Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (CLL/SLL)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: March 09, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Zanubrutinib, Bendamustine, Rituximab, Venetoclax
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3 Open-Label, Randomized Study of Fixed Duration Pirtobrutinib (LOXO-305) Plus Venetoclax and Rituximab Versus Venetoclax and Rituximab in Previously Treated Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia/Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (BRUIN CLL-322)
A Phase 3 Open-Label, Randomized Study of Fixed Duration Pirtobrutinib (LOXO-305) Plus Venetoclax and Rituximab Versus Venetoclax and Rituximab in Previously Treated Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia/Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (BRUIN CLL-322)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: January 29, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Pirtobrutinib, Venetoclax, Rituximab
Study Phase: Phase 3
Phase II, Multi-Center Trial of Nivolumab and Brentuximab Vedotin in Patients With Untreated Hodgkin Lymphoma Over the Age of 60 Years or Unable to Receive Standard Adriamycin, Bleomycin, Vinblastine, and Dacarbazine (ABVD) Chemotherapy
Phase II, Multi-Center Trial of Nivolumab and Brentuximab Vedotin in Patients With Untreated Hodgkin Lymphoma Over the Age of 60 Years or Unable to Receive Standard Adriamycin, Bleomycin, Vinblastine, and Dacarbazine (ABVD) Chemotherapy
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: September 09, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug, Biological
Study Drugs: Brentuximab, Nivolumab
Study Phase: Phase 2
Ibrutinib and Venetoclax in Relapsed and Refractory Follicular Lymphoma
Ibrutinib and Venetoclax in Relapsed and Refractory Follicular Lymphoma
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 18, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Ibrutinib, Venetoclax
Study Phase: Phase 1/Phase 2
Real World Observational Study Using clonoSEQ® Next Generation Sequencing in Hematologic Malignancies: The 'Watch' Registry
Real World Observational Study Using clonoSEQ® Next Generation Sequencing in Hematologic Malignancies: The 'Watch' Registry
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: August 01, 2024
Intervention Type: Diagnostic test
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265 Total Publications

Brentuximab vedotin and nivolumab for untreated patients with Hodgkin lymphoma: long-term results.
Brentuximab vedotin and nivolumab for untreated patients with Hodgkin lymphoma: long-term results.
Journal: Blood advances
Published: March 13, 2025
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Sibley Memorial Hospital

Washington, DC 
 (6.2 miles away)
202-660-6500
Languages Spoken:
English, Azerbaijani, Farsi, French
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Dr. Solmaz Sahebjam is a medical oncologist and an associate professor of oncology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her expertise is in primary and metastatic brain tumors, breast cancer, and the development of new drugs for cancer. She earned her medical degree from Iran University of Medical Sciences, followed by a post-doctoral research fellowship at Shriners Hospital, McGill University in Montreal. Dr. Sahebjam completed residency training in internal medicine at Saint Vincent Hospital, followed by a fellowship in internal medicine at the University of Ottawa in Canada. She continued her training with a residency in medical oncology at McGill University in Canada followed by a fellowship in early-phase drug development, breast oncology, and neurooncology at Princess Margaret Hospital, University of Toronto in Canada. Dr. Sahebjam’s research is focused on the development of novel therapeutic regimens for the treatment of cancer including breast and central nervous system malignancies. Over the years, she has led and contributed to numerous clinical trials some of which have resulted in new treatment options for patients with cancer. Dr. Sahebjam is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Brain Tumor, Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Sahebjam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Bruce Cheson

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Is Dr. Bruce Cheson a top-rated expert for Follicular Lymphoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Bruce Cheson is classified as an Elite expert for Follicular Lymphoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Bruce Cheson specialize in?

While Dr. Bruce Cheson is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Follicular Lymphoma, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.

Does Dr. Bruce Cheson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Bruce Cheson has published 265 articles and abstracts on conditions like Follicular Lymphoma. You can view a list of Dr. Bruce Cheson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Bruce Cheson accepts most major insurance plans, including CareFirst and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 202-444-2000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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