Sai-Ching J Yeung

Dr. Sai-Ching J Yeung serves as Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine and holds a joint appointment in the Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. A physician-scientist board-certified in Internal Medicine with subspecialty certification in Endocrinology and Metabolism, he has been with MD Anderson since 1997.

His research program focuses on the intersection of metabolic disorders and cancer, specifically examining how diabetes and obesity impact cancer development and treatment outcomes. Dr. Yeung's laboratory possesses specialized capabilities in measuring metabolic hormones, adipokines, and inflammatory cytokines, with particular expertise in biomarker analysis within oncology contexts. His translational research bridges clinical medicine with laboratory investigations to address treatment-related complications in cancer patients.

• Research specialties include endocrine neoplasia, metabolic complications of cancer therapy, and biomarker validation
• Maintains active clinical practice in the MD Anderson Emergency Center

Professional recognition includes Fellowship in the American College of Physicians (FACP), reflecting significant contributions to the field of internal medicine and endocrinology. While specific grant details aren't provided in the available text, his sustained research program since 1997 indicates consistent funding support for his work on metabolic aspects of cancer care.