Andrea Silber

Dr. Andrea Silber is a Professor of Medicine (Medical Oncology) at Yale School of Medicine and serves as the Assistant Clinical Director for Diversity and Health Equity at Yale Cancer Center. She is also the Associate CEHE Director for Clinical Research and the Medical Director of the Connecticut Cancer Screening Program (CCSP). With over 40 years of experience in oncology, Dr. Silber specializes in breast cancer treatment with a focus on underserved populations, particularly African American women, and has directed a cancer clinic for the uninsured and underinsured for two decades.

Dr. Silber's educational background includes:

• MD from Yale University School of Medicine (1982)
• BA from New York University (1981)
• Undergraduate studies at Oberlin College (1977)
• Residency and fellowship training at Yale-New Haven Hospital

Dr. Silber's research focuses on breast cancer disparities, community outreach, and improving access to cancer care for underserved populations. She has designed culturally competent programs like the Comprehensive Breast Cancer Outreach and Support Program for Underserved Women and received national recognition for her expertise in breast cancer among African American women. Her recent work examines cardiovascular risk in cancer survivors, health disparities in breast cancer outcomes, and the experiences of women of color after mastectomy through the 'Living Flat' study, demonstrating her commitment to addressing systemic barriers to care through community partnerships.

Dr. Silber's publication record shows a consistent focus on breast cancer research with emphasis on health equity. Her recent work spans clinical trials, epidemiological studies, and community-based research examining outcomes for underserved populations. She frequently collaborates with researchers across Yale Cancer Center on studies related to treatment response, survivorship, and health disparities in cancer care, often bridging clinical oncology with community outreach to address systemic barriers to care.

Dr. Silber has received numerous prestigious awards for her contributions to cancer care and health equity:

• Connecticut Cancer Partnership Cancer Champion Award (2019)
• Yale Cancer Center Award for Excellence in Clinical Care (2019)
• Women in Strength Award, Get in Touch Foundation (2010)
• Physician of the Year, Business New Haven (2009)
• Lane Adams Quality of Life Award (2007)
• National Komen award for the Sister to Sister Program (1996)

As a principal investigator, Dr. Silber leads several significant research initiatives focused on improving care for underserved cancer patients. She directs the Avon-Pfizer Metastatic Breast Cancer Grants Program: Identify-Amplify-Unify, which helps organizations support patients navigating medical and emotional challenges. She also leads the 'Breast Cancer S.W.A.T. Team' program funded by CT Health and Educational Facilities Authority. Through her role with the Connecticut Health Foundation leadership fellowship, she works to increase clinical trial participation among ethnic minorities. Her research often involves medical-legal partnerships to help economically disadvantaged breast cancer patients adhere to treatment.

While Dr. Silber does not appear to lead a specific research laboratory, she is deeply involved with multiple research teams and initiatives at Yale Cancer Center. She collaborates extensively with the Center for Breast Cancer and participates in clinical research teams focused on breast oncology. Her work emphasizes community partnerships and culturally competent care delivery, with a focus on building sustainable relationships that improve cancer screening and treatment access for diverse populations in the Greater New Haven area.