Minhaj Siddiqui

Dr. Minhaj Siddiqui is a Professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Maryland, serving as Director of Robotic Surgery and Chief of Urology at the Baltimore VA Medical Center. He specializes in Urologic Oncology and Robotic Surgery for prostate, bladder, kidney, and testicular cancers, emphasizing minimally invasive techniques and active surveillance.

• Education: Harvard Medical School (MD 2006), NIH Clinical Center Fellowship (Urologic Oncology 2014), Massachusetts General Hospital Residency (Urology 2012)

Research Interests: Focuses on improving prostate cancer diagnosis via MRI fusion-guided biopsy, exploring cancer metabolism to understand tumor aggressiveness, and evaluating dietary interventions like the ketogenic diet in cancer management. His work also investigates focal therapies (brachytherapy, IRE, cryotherapy) for precision treatment.

Publication Trends: His research spans Medical Imaging for cancer detection, Prostate Cancer Risk Factors, and Cancer Metabolism. Articles highlight advancements in MRI-guided diagnostics, diet-cancer interactions, and comparative treatment outcomes.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Society of Basic Urologic Research Young Investigator (2017)
  • Best Poster Awards (AUA, Maryland Urologic Society)
  • NIH Fellows Award for Research Excellence (2013)
  • Howard Hughes Medical Institute Fellowships (2003-2004)

Grants & Collaborations: Funded by the American Cancer Society, Department of Defense, NIH, and Maryland Industrial Partnerships Program. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams including dieticians and radiologists.