Welcome to the Department of Human Oncology (DHO) at the University of Wisconsin
We provide comprehensive radiation oncology services with dedication to improve the outcome for cancer patients using state-of-the-art treatment techniques combined with highly compassionate care. Our clinical focus is on each individual cancer patient and their families; however, our mission extends more broadly to include cutting-edge research and advanced training for the next generation of MD and PhD students to ensure cancer therapy improvements for the future.
Paul M. Harari, MD, FASTRO
Jack Fowler Professor and Former Chairman
Department of Human Oncology
NEWS
Paul Harari, MD, FASTRO, was honored October 1st by the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) as a Gold Medal recipient. This honor is bestowed upon leaders in the field who have made significant contributions through patient care, research, teaching, mentorship and service throughout their career.
In Memorium
Catherine Reznikoff, former faculty member and Professor Emeritus of the Department of Human Oncology, passed away in September.
Mustafa Basree, DO, MS, a current Department of Human Oncology Resident, was recently selected as ASTRO’s 2025 Government Relations Resident Fellow. We are so proud of Dr. Basree and this opportunity!
ASTRO 2024 Conference
Congratulations to all of our Department of Human Oncology (DHO) presenters, co-authors, and session moderators for their strong contributions to the 2024 annual ASTRO meeting held in Washington DC Sunday, September 29th through Wednesday, October 2nd.
Belinda Buehl Published in NRG Oncology
The DHO Regulatory Coordinator for clinical research, Belinda Buehl, published a Delegation of Tasks Log Overview for cooperative group, NRG Oncology.
Dr. Kristin Bradley Awarded Educator of the Year
Dr. Kristin Bradley has been awarded the 2023-2024 Association of Residents in Radiation Oncology (ARRO) Educator of the Year Award. This prestigious award recognizes Dr. Bradley’s exceptional dedication to resident education as the longstanding residency program director and primary gynecologic brachytherapy educator.
Alison Arnold wins Physics Educator of the Year
This year’s Physics Educator Award went to Alison Arnold, MS who always goes above and beyond to help physics and physicians learn.
Dr. Zachary Morris named chair of Human Oncology
Dr. Zachary Morris, a leading expert on innovative approaches to cancer therapy, will be the next chair of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health Department of Human Oncology effective June 2.
ACRO announces DHO’s Jessica Schuster, MD as URiE Editor-in-Chief
The American College of Radiation Oncology is proud to announce the leadership for CURiE: Contemporary Updates: Radiotherapy Innovation & Evidence, a cutting-edge publication through the Cureus Journal of Medical Science.
Jessica Schuster, MD, FACRO will serve as CURiE Editor-in-Chief.
Faculty, Residents and APPs 2023
A framed version of this 2023 DHO formal photograph (and multiple prior years) was mounted this week in the Radiation Oncology clinic and K4/4th floor DHO administrative hub. Take a brief tour of these images anytime.
Dr. Bhudatt Paliwal marks 50 years of cancer research excellence
In the world of medicine, some individuals stand out not only for their knowledge and expertise but also for their unwavering commitment to innovation and improving the lives of patients. Dr. Bhudatt Paliwal, professor emeritus in the Departments of Human Oncology and Medical Physics, is one such luminary: he is celebrating 50 years of helping to advance life-saving discoveries in cancer research and radiation therapy.
Find Us in the Community
Wisconsin Head and Neck Cancer SPORE
The Wisconsin Head and Neck SPORE is designed to promote translational laboratory and clinical research to improve overall outcome for patients with Head and Neck Cancer (HNC).
Badger Challenge for Cancer Research: September 22, 2024
Thank you to all participants and supporters for Badger Challenge 2023! We had another record year and raised over $1 million.
2023 Milestones:
$1,034,012 raised for cancer research
3,280 registered participants
350 volunteers
