Dr. Anton Bilchik MD, Named One of America's Top Doctors for Cancer
November 07, 2012 (PRLEAP.COM) Health News
Dr. Anton Bilchik, Chief of Medicine and Gastrointestinal Research at John Wayne Cancer Institute, has been named one of "America's Top Doctors for Cancer" by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. This award is part of Castle Connolly's prestigious consumer guide to help identify the best medical professionals across the nation. Recipients of this unique honor are selected for their outstanding contributions in their field by a team of their peers and various other experts in the medical profession.Dr. Anton Bilchik has received this recognition of being one of "America's Top Doctors for Cancer" for the last 10 years in a row. Castle Connolly's consumer guide has emerged as the nation's definitive source for the acknowledgement of the top physicians and experts in medicine today. Their stringent selection process has guaranteed that the professionals who make their list are the top in their fields and the best choice for patients.
In addition to this recent honor, Dr. Bilchik has been the recipient of numerous awards and accolades within the United States and around the world. As cofounder of the California Oncology Research Institute and Professor in Oncology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Dr. Bilchik has dedicated his career to improving the scientific understanding and methodology of surgical oncology and beyond. Dr. Anton Bilchik is proud to be distinguished in his field and works to continue breaking ground in the scientific battle against cancer.
About Anton Bilchik MD
Anton Bilchik MD is an internationally recognized leader in cancer research in surgical oncology and gastrointestinal malignancies. Dr. Bilchik is Chief of Medicine and Gastrointestinal Research at John Wayne Cancer Institute and Professor in Oncology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He is a pioneer of various surgical approaches for the staging of gastrointestinal cancers and minimally invasive surgeries to combat liver tumors. His research is also focused on molecular profiling and immunotherapy. Dr. Bilchik has been the recipient of many awards and accolades for his accomplishments in the medical community, including the American Cancer Society. He is a member of the American Surgical Association and is listed as one of "The Best Doctors in America" and "America's Top Surgeons." For more information, visit www.antonbilchikmd.com.