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Thomas J George, MD, FACP, FASCO : Bio and credentials

Cancer Specialist (Oncologist), Hematology and Oncology Specialist

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My bio

Dr. George is a clinical investigator and educator with a focus on gastrointestinal malignancies and new cancer therapy development. As director of the GI Oncology Program at the University of Florida, Dr. George helps to oversee the treatment of all patients with GI malignancies. He also oversees the development and testing of new cancer treatments through clinical trials leveraging advancements in precision oncology and immunotherapy. He previously served as chair of the Medical Advisory Board to the State of Florida Department of Health and the Screen for Life Colorectal Cancer Screening Program, which targets historically underserved populations. He also recently completed a 10 year term as the gubernatorial-appointed chair of the Florida Cancer Control and Research Advisory Council, which advises the legislature, Department of Health, and state surgeon general on all cancer related matters and policy. He currently serves as the Deputy Director of the UF Health Cancer Center. Through participation with large oncology clinical trial cooperative groups and the National Cancer Institute, Dr. George is an active clinician and clinical investigator in GI malignancies and early phase clinical trials testing new therapies for patients with advanced cancers. He is a member of the medical honor society Alpha Omega Alpha, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, and numerous cancer research groups.

Board certifications

  • Hematology

    American Board of Internal Medicine

  • Internal Medicine

    American Board of Internal Medicine

  • Oncology

    American Board of Internal Medicine

Education

  • Fellowship - Hematology and Oncology

    University of Florida, 2005

  • Residency - Internal Medicine

    University of Florida, 2001

  • Internship - Internal Medicine

    University of Florida, 1999

  • Doctor of Medicine w/ Honors

    University of Florida, 1998

  • Bachelor of Science w/ Highest Honors

    University of Florida, 1994

My areas of focus

Gender

Male

Accomplishments

  • Fellow

    American Society of Clinical Oncology, 2024

  • University of Florida Term Professor Award

    University of Florida, 2018-2019

  • Exemplary Mentor Award

    University of Florida, 2017

  • Master Clinician

    UF Department of Medicine, 2013

  • Most Valuable Player Award

    UF Health Cancer Center, 2013

  • Exemplary Teacher

    University of Florida, 2011

  • Excellence in Research Award

    University of Florida, 2010

  • Exemplary Teacher

    University of Florida, 2010

  • Excellence in Teaching (Resident/Fellows)

    University of Florida, 2009

  • Excellence in Research Award

    University of Florida, 2008

  • Exemplary Teacher

    University of Florida, 2008

  • Excellence in Teaching (Fellows)

    University of Florida, 2007

  • Excellence in Teaching (Medical Students)

    University of Florida, 2007

  • Fellow

    American College of Physicians, 2007