Overview
Dr. Daniel Hamstra specializes in prostate cancer and tumors of the brain and spine with a particular focus on understanding patients’ experience both during and after treatment. He is the William T. Butler Professor and Chair of Radiation Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine.Dr. Hamstra has led local and national clinical trials of radiation therapy in prostate cancer. His work has made a substantial impact on the growing understanding and appreciation of patient-reported quality of life after radiation therapy.Dr. Hamstra received a B.A. in Biochemistry from Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan and his medical degree and Ph.D. in Pharmacology from The University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, where he also completed an internship in internal medicine and residency in radiation oncology. Dr. Hamstra is a Diplomat of the American Board of Radiology in Radiation Oncology. He is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Therapeutic Radiation Oncology and the Radiological Society of North America.
Dr. Hamstra is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Prostatectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 120 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Daniel Hamstra
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Daniel Hamstra?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Daniel Hamstra by calling their office at 832-957-6367. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Daniel Hamstra a top-rated expert for Prostate Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Daniel Hamstra is classified as an Elite expert for Prostate Cancer, 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. Daniel Hamstra specialize in?
While Dr. Daniel Hamstra is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Prostate Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Posterior Fossa Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Daniel Hamstra participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Daniel Hamstra has published 120 articles and abstracts on conditions like Prostate Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Daniel Hamstra's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Daniel Hamstra accept my insurance?
Dr. Daniel Hamstra accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-957-6367 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Prostate CancerDr. Hamstra isElite. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
- Distinguished
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Hamstra isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Hamstra isDistinguished. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
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- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Breast CancerDr. Hamstra isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- EpendymomaDr. Hamstra isAdvanced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Hamstra isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- GlioblastomaDr. Hamstra isAdvanced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
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- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Hamstra isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- AstrocytomaDr. Hamstra isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Bone TumorDr. Hamstra isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Hamstra isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Brain TumorDr. Hamstra isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Cervical CancerDr. Hamstra isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Cancer.