معرفی
Christopher P. Cifarelli is an Associate Professor at West Virginia University's School of Medicine, holding appointments in the Departments of Neurosurgery, Neuroscience, Radiation Oncology, and the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute. He serves as Director of Gamma Knife and is a member of the WVU Cancer Institute Research Programs. His clinical expertise spans neurosurgery, radiation oncology, and surgical oncology.
Education:
- MS, Rutgers University (1998)
- BA, Rutgers University (1996)
- PhD, Thomas Jefferson University (2003)
- MD, Thomas Jefferson University (2005)
Research Interests: Dr. Cifarelli focuses on Gamma Knife radiosurgery, brain metastases management, stereotactic radiation techniques, intraoperative radiotherapy (IORT), and multidisciplinary approaches to neuro-oncology. His work emphasizes optimizing therapeutic outcomes for arteriovenous malformations, pituitary adenomas, and metastatic brain tumors.
Research Trends: Analysis of Dr. Cifarelli's recent publications reveals a consistent emphasis on refining Gamma Knife applications, international collaborative studies on radiosurgery efficacy, and developing predictive models for treatment outcomes. His work frequently explores technical innovations in radiation delivery and multidisciplinary care frameworks.
Clinical Affiliations: Dr. Cifarelli leads the Gamma Knife program at WVU and collaborates internationally through the International Radiosurgery Research Foundation. His clinical practice integrates neurosurgical and radiation oncology approaches for complex brain tumors.
