Chieko Azuma

Chieko Azuma, DVM, PhD, DACVR, is a Clinical Professor in Radiation Oncology at Kansas State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences. Her work bridges veterinary and human cancer treatment through advanced radiotherapy and comparative oncology studies.

Research interests include:

• Tumor physiology and functional imaging
• Advanced radiotherapy techniques
• Comparative oncology studies
• Radiation-induced systemic responses
• Animal welfare and research compliance

Recent publications focus on veterinary radiation applications for various cancers, including avian lymphoma, canine sarcomas, and preclinical imaging studies. Her work emphasizes translational medicine between veterinary and human oncology, particularly in palliative care and radiation safety.

Clinical expertise involves individualized treatments combining radiotherapy and palliative care for veterinary cancer patients.