Regina M Stein

Regina M Stein, MD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine, specializing in Hematology and Oncology, at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University. She is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital and is board-certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Hospice & Palliative Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Education:

• MD: UMDNJ/University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey (2001)
• Residency: Mount Sinai Hospital, New York (2004)
• Fellowship: Northwestern University, McGaw Medical Center (2007)

Dr. Stein's research centers on breast cancer therapeutics, with emphasis on triple-negative and metastatic subtypes, alongside palliative care and hematological disorders. Her work integrates clinical trial leadership with translational research, particularly in immunotherapy combinations and diagnostic communication strategies. This dual focus bridges oncology practice with patient-centered care innovations.

Her publication timeline reveals evolving expertise: the 2018 immunogenomics study established foundational work in metastatic breast cancer treatment, the 2023 hematology case report expanded into transplant-related complications, and the 2024 imaging communication paper reflects current priorities in optimizing patient-provider interactions during diagnostic procedures.

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Dr. Stein actively leads five clinical trials at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center, including phase III studies on adjuvant therapies for residual triple-negative breast cancer (NCT05633654), novel regimens for advanced metastatic disease (NCT06072612), and digital mindfulness interventions for young survivors (NCT06748222). She also maintains industry collaborations, notably with OptumRx for consulting and educational activities as disclosed in 2024.

As a core faculty member, she contributes to the Department of Medicine's mission through clinical service at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, research mentorship within the cancer center, and integration of palliative care principles across oncology practice.