Arpan A. Patel

Arpan A. Patel, M.D. serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Hematology/Oncology at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. Board-certified in Hematology, Internal Medicine, and Medical Oncology, he specializes in lung cancer (including small cell, non-small cell lung cancer, and mesothelioma) and head and neck cancer through UR Medicine's comprehensive cancer program.

His educational foundation includes:

• MD from Medical University of Lublin (Poland), 2012
• Internal Medicine Residency at SUNY Upstate University Hospital, 2013-2016
• Hematology & Oncology Fellowship at University of Florida College of Medicine, 2016-2019

Dr. Patel's research examines thoracic oncology, quality improvement, financial toxicity, patient distress, and medical education. His clinical philosophy emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care addressing financial burdens and quality-of-life concerns through multidisciplinary teamwork. He actively conducts clinical trials to advance lung cancer treatment while documenting patient distress in veteran populations.

His scholarly output reveals consistent focus on hematologic disorders, oncology documentation, and medical education innovation. Publications demonstrate expertise in rare hematologic conditions (HLH, PNH), anticoagulant management, and curriculum development for resident training - reflecting dual clinical strengths in hematology and oncology.

Recognition includes:

• Chief Fellow Award and Craig S Kitchens Award for Mentorship (2019)
• Gold Humanism Honor Society inductions (2018, 2012)
• Multiple teaching excellence awards (2015, 2012)
• Quality improvement honors (2018, 2015)

As an educator, he develops innovative curricula for oncologic documentation while mentoring residents. His work bridges clinical practice and scholarly inquiry through the University of Rochester's academic medical center. Dr. Patel collaborates within multidisciplinary oncology teams to deliver comprehensive cancer care through Accountable Health Partners network.