Fauzia Shaikh, MD

One of my first clinical experiences in medical school was working with cancer patients in an inpatient hospice setting. From that initial interaction, I found a sense of purpose in the treatment of cancer. As a radiation oncologist, I often come into my patients' lives at a moment of stress and uncertainty. My goal with each visit is to help people feel a sense of ease when it comes to their care.

I take the time to listen to the priorities of my patients and their caregivers. They may want to discuss the goals of care and how to navigate the health system or simply ensure their loved ones can find a comforting meal while in the hospital. I make sure to provide a listening ear, help patients and their families fully understand a diagnosis, and discuss available treatment options.

My focus is primarily on gastrointestinal tumors, such as colorectal, anal, and esophageal cancers, and gynecologic tumors, including cervical and endometrial cancers. I also treat hematologic malignancies, including myeloma and lymphomas. I work with a fantastic team of medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation therapists, physicists, nutritionists, and social workers. Together, we provide high-quality, innovative, and personalized care to achieve the best possible therapeutic results.

The care I provide to my patients is enhanced by my collaboration with researchers who are part of the clinical trials program at NYU Langone’s Perlmutter Cancer Center. I conduct clinical research on the effects of radiation therapy in lymphoma, and gastrointestinal and gynecologic cancers, with a focus on health disparities.