Hematology
Debasish Tripathy, M.D.
Professor of Medicine; Chair, Department of Breast Medical Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Debasish Tripathy, MD, is a distinguished medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. As Professor and Chair of the Department of Breast Medical Oncology, he leads efforts in clinical research focused on developing novel treatments for breast cancer, particularly targeting mechanisms of sensitivity and resistance to growth factors, endocrine modulators, and cell cycle control pathways. His work investigates biomarkers t
40+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine (ABIM)
- Hematology (ABIM)
- Medical Oncology (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Duke University School of Medicine — M.D., 1985
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology — B.S., Chemical Engineering
- Duke University Hospital — Residency, Internal Medicine, 1986-1988
- UCSF Medical Center — Fellowship, Hematology & Oncology, 1988-1991
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2002-2026 (25 years)
2016-2017 (2 years)
2022-2023 (2 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Languages
English
Experience
40+ years in practice