Hematology
Sheeba Thomas, MD
Professor, Department of Lymphoma/Myeloma, Division of Cancer Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Dr. Sheeba K. Thomas, MD, is a Professor in the Department of Lymphoma/Myeloma within the Division of Cancer Medicine at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. She specializes in medical oncology with a focus on hematologic malignancies, particularly multiple myeloma, Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia (macroglobulinemia), and osteosarcoma. Her clinical expertise encompasses treating patients with these complex conditions through personalized treatment plans that i
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Medical Oncology (ABIM)
- Hematology (ABIM)
- Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Boston University School of Medicine — M.D., 1999
- Boston University — Bachelor of Arts, Medical Sciences, 1999
- Temple University Hospital — Residency, Internal Medicine, 1999-2002
- University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center — Fellowship, Hematology and Medical Oncology, 2002-2005
- University of Texas Health Sciences Center — M.S., Clinical Research, 2004-2008
Peer Recognition
- American Society of Clinical Oncology — Young Investigator Award
2004
- University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center — Aventis Award, Department of Thoracic Head & Neck Medical Oncology
2003
- University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center — Jesse H. Jones Clinical Research Fellowship Award
2003
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- 2025 Quality Improvement and Patient Safety, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
- 2004 Young Investigator Award, American Society of Clinical Oncology
- 2003 Jesse H. Jones Clinical Research Fellowship Award, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
- 2003 Aventis Award, Department of Thoracic Head & Neck Medical Oncology, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
- 1999 Bachelor of Arts, magna cum laude, Boston University
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving
- University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Languages
English
Experience
25+ years in practice