Prof. Michael Birrer
Director of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute and Professor of Internal Medicine at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
United States
Areas of expertise
- Ovarian cancer
- Genomics of gynecologic cancers
- Uterine cancer
- Cancer of the cervix
- Fallopian tube cancer
- Vaginal cancers
- Cancers of the external genital areas
About the expert
Prof. Michael J. Birrer is Vice Chancellor at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Director of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute. He holds professorships in Internal Medicine and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology. With degrees from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Prof. Birrer's expertise centers on gynecologic oncology. His research focuses on genomics, early cancer detection, and novel therapeutic targets. He has led numerous clinical trials and has been recognized with awards like the Claudia Cohen Research Prize. His professional memberships include ASCO, AACR, and the Gynecologic Oncology Group.
Prof. Michael J. Birrer, MD, PhD, has over 42 years of experience. He is Vice Chancellor at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Director of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute. Prof. Birrer also serves as Professor of Internal Medicine and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology. He previously directed the Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Alabama and held leadership roles at Massachusetts General Hospital and the National Cancer Institute, specializing in gynecologic oncology.
He earned his BS in Biology from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1976, followed by an MD and PhD from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1982. Prof. Birrer completed his postdoctoral training at Massachusetts General Hospital and the National Cancer Institute, focusing on medical oncology. He has also mentored numerous students, contributing to oncology education.
Prof. Birrer’s research focuses on gynecologic cancers, particularly ovarian cancer. His work emphasizes genomics, early detection, and identifying new therapeutic targets. He has led numerous studies funded by the National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense, advancing the understanding of cancer biology.
He has received numerous awards, including the Claudia Cohen Research Prize and the Foundation for Women’s Cancer Public Service Award. Prof. Birrer is an active member of ASCO, AACR, and the Gynecologic Oncology Group. His leadership and research contributions continue to shape cancer care and treatment.
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Professor, Department Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
2019 - TodayUniversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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Director, Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute,
2019 - TodayUniversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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Vice Chancellor
2019 - TodayUniversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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Director, Cancer Service Line
2019 - TodayUniversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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Director, Cancer Service Line
2018 - 2019University of Alabama at Birmingham
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Level II Graduate Faculty
2018 - 2019University of Alabama at Birmingham
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Director, Comprehensive Cancer Center
2017 - 2019University of Alabama at Birmingham
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Professor of Medicine, Division of Hematology-Oncology, Professor of Pathology, Obstetrics and Gynecology
2017 - 2019University of Alabama at Birmingham
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Director, Medical Gynecologic Oncology, Gynecologic Cancer Research Program
2008 - 2017Gillette Center for Gynecologic Oncology, Massachusetts General Hospital Leader, Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center Gynecologic Cancer Program
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Professor of Medicine
2008 - 2017Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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Deputy Branch Chief, Cell and Cancer Biology Branch
2000 - 2008Center for Cancer Research, National Cancer Institute
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Chief, Molecular Mechanisms Section
1991 - 2008Center for Cancer Research, National Cancer Institute
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Attending Physician
1988 - 2008National Naval Medical Center
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Attending Physician
1988 - 2008Center for Cancer Research, National Cancer Institute
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Medical Oncology Consultant to Gynecologic Oncology Tumor Board
1988 - 1995National Naval Medical Center
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Assistant Professor
1988 - 1995Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, Department of Medicine, Naval Hospital, Bethesda, MD
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Instructor in Medicine
1982 - 1985Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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Diplomate, Subspecialty of Medical Oncology
1987
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Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine
1985
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MS, PhD, Microbiology and Immunology
Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY
1982
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MD
Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY
1982
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European Society of Medical Oncology (2011)
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International Gynecologic Cancer Society (2007)
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American Association of Clinical Oncology (2003)
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Society of Gynecologic Oncologists (2001)
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Gynecologic Oncology Group (1989)
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American Association for Cancer Research (1986)
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