Jan S. Sunde

Jan S. Sunde, MD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Gynecologic Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine, affiliated with the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. He also serves as Division Director and Medical Director of Gynecologic Oncology, demonstrating leadership in clinical and academic domains.

Education:

• BS, University of Washington (1983)
• MD, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (1988)
• Residency, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (1992)
• Clinical Fellowship, The Norwegian Radium Hospital, Oslo (2001)
• Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship, Walter Reed Army Medical Center (2007)

Dr. Sunde’s research and clinical interests focus on gynecologic cancers, including uterine, cervical, ovarian, and vulvar malignancies. His work spans clinical trials, minimally invasive surgical techniques, sentinel lymph node mapping, and basic science investigations into ovarian cancer origins. He emphasizes surgical and medical education, treatment of rare conditions like uterine sarcoma and gestational trophoblastic neoplasia, and risk reduction strategies for high-risk women. His publications reflect a strong commitment to translational research, with studies on gene expression, viral oncogenesis, and reconstructive techniques in gynecologic oncology.

Scientific Awards:

• Outstanding Resident Teaching Award (2010, 2017)
• Outstanding Podium Presentation, National Gynecologic Oncology Fellows’ Forum (2005)
• Outstanding Clinical Resident, Texas Tech (1992)
• Southern Medical Association Scholarship (1984)

Dr. Sunde is actively involved in professional societies including the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists, American Society of Clinical Oncology, and International Gynecologic Cancer Society. He is fluent in Norwegian and Spanish, enhancing his ability to serve diverse patient populations. His leadership roles and clinical expertise position him as a key figure in advancing gynecologic oncology care and research.