Sally B. Cheston

Sally B. Cheston is an Associate Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Maryland. She serves as Medical Director at Central Maryland Radiation Oncology and has practiced at the University of Maryland's community-based center in Howard County since 1996.

• Undergraduate: Smith College
• Medical Degree: University of Maryland
• Residency/Fellowship: University of Maryland

Dr. Cheston specializes in radiation therapy for breast cancer, with broader expertise in general radiation oncology. Her clinical focus includes optimizing treatment protocols for early-stage breast cancer and exploring adjuvant therapies for elderly patients. She has contributed to research on accelerated partial breast irradiation (APBI) and radiation dosimetry, emphasizing improved patient eligibility and reduced normal tissue exposure.

Her collaborative publications highlight advancements in radiation therapy techniques, including 3D-conformal radiotherapy and preoperative radiation strategies. She has also investigated survival outcomes in elderly breast cancer patients receiving adjuvant radiation.

Dr. Cheston's work bridges clinical practice and translational research, particularly in breast cancer treatment modalities. She has been actively involved in multidisciplinary studies with colleagues such as S.J. Feigenberg and W.F. Regine.