Dr. Mark Awad treats lung cancer at MSK, offering targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and clinical trials, while focusing on quality of life and personalized care.
When I was in college preparing for medical school, my father was diagnosed with metastatic cancer that had spread throughout his body. He participated in a clinical trial here at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and he continues to receive the latest treatment and excellent care.
Hi, I'm Dr. Mark Awad. I’m a medical oncologist treating lung cancer and I serve as the Chief of Thoracic Oncology here at MSK.
I became a cancer doctor to help patients get the same kind of compassionate care, and the newest therapies, like my dad has received.
The good news is that there continues to be tremendous progress made in how we treat lung cancer. We now offer our patients a wide variety of excellent options, from targeted drugs to immunotherapies, so they can live longer and live better than ever before. And with the ongoing research and clinical trials we conduct here at MSK, we continue to develop the lung cancer therapies of the future.
I’m proud to lead a team of renowned experts at MSK who are transforming the way we treat lung cancer around the world.
I know how a cancer diagnosis can cause a lot of worry and anxiety. As a son, a husband and a father, I also know how important quality time is with your family. As your doctor, I’m committed to you for the long term, to help you through this one day at a time.