Steve Braunstein

Steve Braunstein is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). He serves as Vice Chair and Clinical Director of Radiation Oncology, specializing in pediatric, central nervous system, and soft tissue malignancies. His expertise includes advanced radiation techniques like stereotactic radiotherapy (Gamma Knife, Cyberknife), intraoperative radiotherapy, and intensity-modulated radiation therapy.

• MD and PhD from New York University School of Medicine
• Residency in Radiation Oncology at UCSF (2014)
• Internship in Internal Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital (2010)

Dr. Braunstein's research focuses on reducing radiation toxicity in pediatric malignancies and optimizing combined immuno- and targeted-therapies for brain tumors. His work spans clinical outcomes, radiation dosimetry, and artificial intelligence applications in oncology.

Recent publications highlight his contributions to stereotactic radiosurgery, cancer recurrence modeling, and multi-institutional studies on brain metastases. His work integrates radiation physics, machine learning, and clinical trial design to improve precision therapy.

Scientific Awards

• UCSF Rap Award (2020, 2018, 2017)
• ARRO Teacher of the Year (2019, 2015)
• RSNA Roentgen Research Award (2013)
• UCSF Exceptional Physician Award

Dr. Braunstein actively contributes to medical education through undergraduate radiation oncology programs and participates in collaborative research groups like the Radiation Oncology Education Collaborative Study Group. His work bridges clinical practice with cutting-edge research in precision oncology.