Krystal A. Morales

Krystal A. Morales, MD, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine. She holds dual doctoral degrees in Medical Doctorate (MD) from the University of Puerto Rico (graduated 2018) and a PhD in Biochemistry and Biophysics from Texas A&M University (graduated 2013). Her clinical training includes a Residency at the University of Michigan (completed 2023) and an Internship at Mount Sinai Beth Israel (completed 2019). Dr. Morales is board-certified in Radiation Oncology by the American Board of Radiology and maintains active membership in the American Society of Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). Her research and clinical interests focus on advancing radiation therapy techniques, cancer biology, and patient-centered oncology care.

Education:

• PhD in Biochemistry and Biophysics, Texas A&M University (2013)
• MD, University of Puerto Rico (2018)
• Residency in Radiation Oncology, University of Michigan (2023)
• Internship, Mount Sinai Beth Israel (2019)

Certifications & Memberships:

• Diplomat of the American Board of Radiology in Radiation Oncology
• Member, ASTRO (since 2018)
• Member, ASCO (since 2019)

Dr. Morales is fluent in Spanish and contributes to clinical and translational research in oncology. Her work emphasizes the integration of advanced imaging technologies with precision radiation therapy to optimize patient outcomes.