Reza J. Mehran

Professor in the Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, where he joined as Associate Professor in 2004 and was promoted to Professor in 2008. Specializes in thoracic and cardiovascular oncologic surgery with clinical focus on lung, esophageal, and mesothelioma cancers.

Education:

• M.D., McGill University (1986)
• M.Sc., McGill University (1987)
• Experimental Surgery Degree, McGill University (1989)
• General Surgical Residency, McGill University (1991)
• Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgical Residency, University of Montreal (1995)

Research concentrates on surgical oncology for thoracic malignancies, with significant contributions to lung cancer and esophageal cancer treatment protocols. His work bridges clinical practice with translational research in hyperbaric medicine applications for surgical recovery. As a specialist in hyperbaric medicine and certified dive master, he integrates aerospace medicine perspectives into surgical care.

Recipient of the Faculty Achievement Award in Patient Care (2013) for clinical excellence. Presented nationally and internationally on thoracic surgical techniques.

Mentored numerous surgical trainees through MD Anderson's clinical training programs. Led research protocols in thoracic oncology with emphasis on improving surgical outcomes for complex cancers. Actively involved in clinical trials for novel thoracic cancer treatments.

Maintains dual expertise in aviation medicine and hyperbaric therapy alongside surgical practice, holding certifications as fixed/rotary wing aircraft pilot and dive master. Affiliated with Thoracic Center and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams for lung, esophageal, and mesothelioma cancer programs.