S6 Eps 9: ctDNA Testing in GI Cancers
Last Updated: March 14, 2024
In recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we engage in a conversation with Robert Zaiden, MD, FACP, focusing on ctDNA testing in GI cancers and his team’s contributions.
Dr. Zaiden, a seasoned medical oncologist in Jacksonville, FL, specializing in GI/GU tumors, stands as one of the founding members of Baptist MD Anderson. His active participation and leadership in various committees, including the role of Physician-in-Chief and Head of Cancer Medicine ad interim, underscore his commitment to optimizing patient care. Serving as the current director of the GI Tumor board, he has been instrumental in the rapid growth of Baptist MD Anderson.
With a wealth of experience, Dr. Zaiden has been a Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator in over 20 clinical trials. Recognized with prestigious awards such as Physician of the Year and Teaching and Excellence awards, he is also the Medical Director of Infusion Centers at BMDA.
Before joining Baptist Medical Center in 2015, Dr. Zaiden contributed to the Hematology/Oncology faculty at the University of Florida in Jacksonville. During his tenure at UF, he received the Outstanding Resident Teacher award and was consistently voted Exemplary Faculty Teacher for five consecutive years. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dr. Zaiden actively promoted Colorectal and Prostate Cancer Screening awareness to underserved communities, delivering cancer awareness talks at the YMCA. He proudly received the WeCare Patient’s Choice award in 2023.
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