Chunkit Fung

Chunkit Fung, M.D., is a Professor at the University of Rochester Medical Center with joint appointments in the Department of Medicine, Hematology/Oncology and Department of Public Health Sciences. He serves as Associate Chair for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Department of Medicine.

Dr. Fung's research focuses on genitourinary malignancies and cancer survivorship, particularly cardiovascular complications from cancer treatment and mHealth behavioral interventions to manage treatment-related toxicities. His clinical trials span prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and bladder cancer survivorship studies.

Scientific Awards include

• Human Rights Campaign Leadership Award (2020)
• Empire Clinical Research Investigator Program Fellowship (2016-2018)
• Strong Star Certificate of Appreciation multiple times (2012-2016)

His clinical expertise involves comprehensive care for genitourinary cancers with patient-centered approaches. Research outputs show strong emphasis on cisplatin-induced neurotoxicities, disparities in transgender/gender-diverse populations, and exercise interventions for managing cancer treatment side effects.