Overview
Dr. Matthew Gallitto is an Assistant Professor of Radiation Oncology and Director of Proton Therapy Services at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology with highest honors from New York University, medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and PhD from Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. He completed his residency training at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Gallitto is active in NRG Oncology, American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO), and Children's Oncology Group (COG). His clinical interests focus on pediatric and brain cancers. He leads a laboratory focusing on the identification of therapies that synergize with radiation therapy as well as novel methods to overcome the blood-brain barrier to treat pediatric brain cancer. He is an ASCO Young Investigator Award and NIH/NCI Paul Calabresi Career Development Award recipient.
Dr. Gallitto is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Brain Tumor, Thrombectomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 31 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Gallitto is currently accepting new patients.
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622 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Matthew R. Gallitto
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew R. Gallitto?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Matthew R. Gallitto by calling their office at 212-305-5050. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Matthew R. Gallitto a top-rated expert for Glioma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Matthew R. Gallitto is classified as an Advanced expert for Glioma, 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. Matthew R. Gallitto specialize in?
While Dr. Matthew R. Gallitto is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Thrombectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. Matthew R. Gallitto participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Matthew R. Gallitto has published 31 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glioma. You can view a list of Dr. Matthew R. Gallitto's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Matthew R. Gallitto accept my insurance?
Dr. Matthew R. Gallitto accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-5050 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- GliomaDr. Gallitto isAdvanced. Learn about Glioma.
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- AstrocytomaDr. Gallitto isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Brain TumorDr. Gallitto isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-MutantDr. Gallitto isExperienced. Learn about Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-Mutant.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Gallitto isExperienced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Gamma Knife RadiosurgeryDr. Gallitto isExperienced. Learn about Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
- GlioblastomaDr. Gallitto isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.