Overview
Dr. Shariq Khwaja practices radiation oncology with clinical interests in intensity-modulated radiation therapy, image-guided and adaptive radiation therapy, advanced localization systems, partial breast irradiation, Gamma Knife® and LINAC-based radiosurgery, prostate low dose-rate brachytherapy and high dose-rate brachytherapy for prostate, gynecological and breast cancers, SpaceOAR® hydrogel system for prostate cancer treatment, as well as pediatric malignancies. Dr. Khwaja earned his MD and PhD at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, through the Mayo Clinic Medical Scientist Training Program. After his internship in internal medicine at Parkland Memorial Hospital/The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, he went on to complete his radiation oncology residency at Barnes Jewish Hospital/Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. He was the recipient of an Integrated Clinical and Translational Science Research Award in 2014. His project on human papillomavirus-related head and neck cancer biomarkers was awarded the American Society of Radiation Oncology Clinical Research Award in 2015. The following year, he was the recipient of the Radiological Society of North America’s Roentgen Resident/Fellow Research Award. Dr. Khwaja is the coauthor of articles published in the International Journal of Radiation Oncology Biology and Physics, Cancer Medicine, Otology and Neurotology, Clinical Breast Cancer, American Journal of Clinical Oncology and Journal of Clinical Investigation, among other journals. He has a special interest in treating the following disorders: Brain tumors Breast cancer Gastrointestinal malignancies Gynecologic malignancies Head and neck cancer Lung cancer Pediatric malignancies Prostate cancer.
Dr. Khwaja is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Prostate Cancer, and Familial Prostate Cancer.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Khwaja is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shariq S. Khwaja
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shariq S. Khwaja?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shariq S. Khwaja by calling their office at 713-704-2650. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shariq S. Khwaja a top-rated expert for Cervical Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shariq S. Khwaja is classified as an Distinguished expert for Cervical 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. Shariq S. Khwaja specialize in?
While Dr. Shariq S. Khwaja is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Cervical Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, and Prostate Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. Shariq S. Khwaja participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Shariq S. Khwaja has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cervical Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Shariq S. Khwaja's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Shariq S. Khwaja accept my insurance?
Dr. Shariq S. Khwaja accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-704-2650 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Cervical CancerDr. Khwaja isDistinguished. Learn about Cervical Cancer.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Khwaja isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the CervixDr. Khwaja isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix.
- Prostate CancerDr. Khwaja isDistinguished. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
- Vaginal CancerDr. Khwaja isDistinguished. Learn about Vaginal Cancer.
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- Anal CancerDr. Khwaja isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Breast CancerDr. Khwaja isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Khwaja isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Triple-Negative Breast CancerDr. Khwaja isAdvanced. Learn about Triple-Negative Breast Cancer.
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- AstrocytomaDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Brain TumorDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- Endometrial CancerDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Endometrial Cancer.
- EpendymomaDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- GlioblastomaDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- LiposarcomaDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- MeningiomaDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Meningioma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)Dr. Khwaja isExperienced. Learn about Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).