Thomas Newton

Thomas Newton is a Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Uniformed Services University School of Medicine and Chief of the Department of Pediatrics at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He serves as the Pediatric Subject Matter Expert for the National Capital Region to the Defense Health Agency and is affiliated with the John P. Murtha Cancer Center Council.

• Current Positions: Chief, Department of Pediatrics (Walter Reed); Clinical Associate Professor, USUHS
• Military Rank: Colonel, Air Force

Education

• MD, Tufts University School of Medicine, 1996
• BS in Molecular Biology, University of New Hampshire, 1992
• Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Fellowship, National Capital Consortium, 2008
• Pediatrics Residency, San Antonio Health Education Consortium, 1999

Dr. Newton specializes in Pediatric Cancer Survivorship, focusing on long-term care and quality of life for childhood cancer survivors. His work on Healthcare Transitions addresses the challenges of shifting patients with chronic conditions from pediatric to adult care systems, particularly within military healthcare. He also investigates Population Health metrics to improve outcomes for adolescent and young adult cancer patients.

His research spans neuroblastoma biology (side populations, Notch signaling), sickle cell disease management, and survivorship care models. Key trends in his work include cancer stem cell dynamics, transitioning care protocols, and immunological-hematological comorbidities.

Scientific Awards and Honors

• Hope Award (Ulman Cancer Fund, 2017)
• Relentless for the Cure Award (Leukemia Lymphoma Society, 2012)
• Ogden Bruton Scientific Awards Competition Winner (AAP, 2008)
• Military Awards: Air Force Meritorious Service Medal (x3), Joint Service Meritorious Service Medal

Dr. Newton led a $400K Congressionally Directed grant (2014–2018) to establish the Walter Reed Pediatric Oncology Long-Term Effects Clinic and serves as Medical Director for the Murtha Cancer Center's Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Program.

Labs and Teams

• Murtha Cancer Center Council (WRNMMC)
• Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences Faculty
• Affiliated with Children’s Oncology Group and American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology