Memorial Sloan Kettering radiation oncologist David Guttmann

David M. Guttmann, MD, MTR

Radiation Oncologist

Areas of Expertise

Conditions I Treat

  • Prostate cancer and conditions
  • Bladder cancer
  • Breast cancers and conditions

My Specialties

  • Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT)
  • Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT)
  • Volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT)
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Dr. Guttmann's Office Information
Languages: English
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Get to Know Me

I am a radiation oncologist who specializes in treating a variety of cancers, including:

I use advanced image-guided techniques, such as intensity-modulated radiotherapy, volumetric arc radiotherapy, stereotactic body radiotherapy, and stereotactic radiosurgery.

I am part of the teams of experts who provide personalized, comprehensive care to patients at MSK Westchester and MSK Bergen.

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I always knew that I wanted to be a physician. I was first drawn to oncology from the perspective of science and research. My motivation came from the search for an improved understanding of cancer as a disease, as well as the powerful science and technology harnessed to treat it. As I then began to work with people facing a cancer diagnosis and to understand their experience of living with the disease, I knew I wanted to dedicate my career to improving their lives through a focus on clinical care.

People who have been diagnosed with cancer are often concerned about the many unknowns that lie ahead: What treatments will be recommended? Will they experience side effects? What outcome can they expect? In short, they want to understand how their lives, as well as their loved ones’, will be impacted by cancer.

To help address these questions and concerns, I work alongside my patients and their families, as well as the rest of their medical team. Together, we can ensure their treatment plans are consistent with their values, will aim to heal, and will minimize the chance of harm.

When devising a treatment plan for my patients, it is important to explore all options. This includes, for some, clinical trials. At MSK Bergen and MSK Westchester, we offer trials across cancer types that incorporate the newest radiation technologies, including novel combinations of radiotherapy and targeted therapies or immunotherapy.

Once I meet with my patients and their families, I hope they feel comforted by having a clearer understanding of what lies ahead. Our entire team will be available before, during, and after their radiation treatment to ensure they have access to the care they need.

Outside of the office, I enjoy biking, running, playing tennis, and spending time with my wife and two sons.

What I Do at MSK

I'm a radiation oncologist, which is a cancer doctor with special training in using radiation therapy (RT) to treat cancer.

  • Associate Attending Radiation Oncologist
Areas of Expertise

Conditions I Treat

  • Prostate cancer and conditions
  • Bladder cancer
  • Breast cancers and conditions
  • Lung cancer
  • Esophageal cancers and conditions
  • Colon cancer
  • Rectal cancer
  • Anal cancer
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Liver metastases
  • Brain metastases
  • Spine tumors and spinal cancer

My Specialties

  • Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT)
  • Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT)
  • Volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT)
  • Electron beam radiation therapy
  • Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT)
Education & Honors

Education

  • MD, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
  • MTR (Masters in Translational Research), Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

Residencies

  • Radiation Oncology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

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Contact and Location

Dr. Guttmann sees patients at two locations.

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West Harrison, NY
Montvale, NJ
Memorial Sloan Kettering Westchester
500 Westchester Avenue West Harrison NY 10604
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225 Summit Avenue Montvale NJ 07645
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Clinical Trials

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Memorial Sloan Kettering's doctors and scientists are constantly developing new treatments for cancer. MSK is typically running hundreds of clinical trials at a given time.

You may be able to participate in a clinical trial even if you are new to MSK. Search our online directory to find trial information and see more about who can participate.

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Research and Publications

Publications on PubMed

Visit PubMed for a full listing of Dr. Guttmann’s journal articles. Pubmed is an online index of research papers and other articles from the US National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health.

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Disclosures

Doctors and faculty members often work with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology, and life sciences companies, and other organizations outside of MSK, to find safe and effective cancer treatments, to improve patient care, and to educate the health care community.

MSK requires doctors and faculty members to report (“disclose”) the relationships and financial interests they have with external entities. As a commitment to transparency with our community, we make that information available to the public.

David M. Guttmann discloses the following relationships and financial interests:

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