Biography
Dr. Bryan Burt is the Chief of General Thoracic Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He trained under Dr. David Sugarbaker at Brigham and Women's Hospital, where the International Mesothelioma Program was founded. Dr. Burt's research focuses on the immunobiology of mesothelioma and improving surgical outcomes through a better understanding of the tumor microenvironment.
Education & Training
- Medical Degree — Howard University College of Medicine (Medicine)
- Residency — Brigham and Women's Hospital (General Surgery)
- Fellowship — Brigham and Women's Hospital (Thoracic Surgery)
Specialties & Procedures
Clinical Specialties
- Thoracic Surgery
- Surgical Oncology
Surgical Procedures
Board Certifications
- American Board of Thoracic Surgery
- American Board of Surgery
Research Focus
Immunobiology of mesothelioma, tumor microenvironment, and surgical outcomes for malignant pleural mesothelioma.
Treatment Center
Dr. Bryan Burt practices at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where did Dr. Burt train?
Dr. Burt trained at Brigham and Women's Hospital under Dr. David Sugarbaker, the founder of the International Mesothelioma Program and a pioneer in mesothelioma surgery.