Channing J. Paller, MD, an Oncologist with Johns Hopkins Hospital
Get to know Oncologist Dr. Channing J. Paller, who serves patients in Baltimore, Maryland.
Dr. Paller is a top professional in the field of oncology, with a distinguished career marked by a commitment to innovative research and compassionate patient care. Her specialization encompasses a broad spectrum of urological cancers, including prostate, bladder, kidney, and testicular cancer, where her profound understanding and skillful approach make a tangible difference in the lives of her patients.
Currently she serves as Director of Prostate Cancer Clinical Research and an Associate Professor of Oncology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She shares her love of clinical research with the community as the Associate Director of Oncology for the Johns Hopkins Clinical Research Network. She also is on the executive committee for the DOD funded Prostate Cancer Clinical Trial Consortium. She is co-PI for the PROMISE registry, providing free genetic testing and counseling for 5000 men with prostate cancer in the US. The registry provides education and clinical trial opportunities for men with genetic mutations: Prostatecancerpromise.org.
Education-wise, Dr. Paller’s journey towards becoming a renowned oncologist began with the acquisition of her medical degree from Harvard Medical School, followed by a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in oncology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
Alongside her clinical training, she sought diverse experiences to enrich her understanding of cancer research and treatment modalities. She embarked on rotations at prominent institutions such as the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Cancer Therapy Evaluation Program and the Food and Drug Administration, where she honed her expertise in investigational drug evaluation and regulatory science.
Passionate about her profession, Dr. Paller is board-certified in medical oncology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Committed to excellence extends beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Paller is an active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Association for Cancer Research. Through her membership in these esteemed organizations, she remains at the forefront of the latest advancements in oncology, continuously striving to enhance patient outcomes and elevate the standard of care. She serves on the executive committee for the Society of Integrative Oncology and has coauthored ASCO- SIO guidelines.
Oncology is a branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. A medical professional who practices oncology is an oncologist. An oncologist is a doctor who treats cancer and provides medical care for a person diagnosed with cancer. They lead a cancer treatment team of various healthcare professionals, including surgeons and radiation oncologists, coordinate treatment plans and prescribe various types of treatment, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy, as well as assist patients with pain management.
In 2016, Dr. Paller was honored as one of only five oncologists nationwide to receive the prestigious NCI Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development Award, a testament to her exceptional potential in shaping the future of cancer care.
Prior to this, her groundbreaking contributions were acknowledged with the 2015 Passano Clinician Scientist Award, celebrating her early-stage research that has already begun to leave an indelible mark on the scientific community. Her remarkable achievements were further underscored by prestigious accolades such as the 2011-2012 Young Investigator Award by the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the 2011-12 Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Paul Carbone Award, highlighting her promise as a trailblazer in the field. She has received grant funding from the National Institutes of Health, Department of Defense, Prostate Cancer Foundation, and multiple other foundations.
More recently she has partnered with VA leadership to develop PROFOUND-VET- a network of clinicians and researchers working together to mine data to improve guidelines and care for Veterans.
Learn More about Dr. Channing J. Paller:
Through her findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/2043503-Channing-Paller-Oncologist or through Johns Hopkins Medicine, https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/profiles/details/channing-paller
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