Welcome to the Department of Radiation Oncology at USF Health
We are delighted to welcome you to the Department of Radiation Oncology at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine and the Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute. Our mission is clear: to improve the lives of patients in our community diagnosed with cancer by providing cutting edge, personalized and compassionate cancer care.
Our team of nationally recognized expert physicians and researchers are the heart and soul of our department. Our faculty are committed to advancing cancer care and treatment utilizing contemporary evidence-based practices along with access to the latest clinical trial treatment options to ensure the best possible outcomes.
USF Health expands emergency maternity care training in Florida’s rural counties
Faculty and simulation experts with USF Health are joining forces to bring high-fidelity obstetric emergency training to rural care teams in 16 counties across Florida, thanks to a new grant from the Florida Department of Health.
USF Health expands emergency maternity care training in Florida’s rural counties
Dr. Stephen Liggett reflects on transforming USF Health Research
Dr. Stephen Liggett, Senior Associate Vice President for Research for USF Health, steps down from his leadership role this month after 13 years helping to transform USF Health into a tier-one research center. From doubling NIH funding to pioneering pharmacogenomics research, Dr. Liggett's leadership helped shaped the research culture that continues to attract top scientists.
Dr. Stephen Liggett reflects on transforming USF Health Research
USF invention aims to replicate $30,000 glaucoma test with a $42 at-home alternative
A USF-developed smartphone app could help patients monitor glaucoma from home, making it easier to detect vision changes before permanent sight loss occurs. Currently in the research stage, Ayyala’s goal is to replicate the gold-standard Humphrey Visual Field Analyzer found in clinics. Ayyala hopes the technology could transform the test that typically costs $30,000 in equipment into an at-home experience for about $42. After the patient performs the five-minute test per eye, results are securel