Tafadzwa Lawrence Chaunzwa, MD
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Areas of Expertise
Conditions I Treat
- Lung cancer
- Lung metastases
- Esophageal cancers
My Specialties
- External beam radiation
Get to Know Me
I am a board-certified radiation oncologist who specializes in treating people with lung cancer and cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. I see patients at the David H. Koch Center for Cancer Care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in Manhattan.
I specialize in providing comprehensive treatment for lung cancer using external beam radiation therapy, a type of treatment that uses high-energy X-ray beams to destroy cancer cells in a tumor from outside the body.
I have wanted to be a physician for as long as I can remember. Growing up, I witnessed the impact of disease in my community, which highlighted the need for compassionate and skilled medical care. I chose to specialize in oncology, specifically lung cancer, after a close family member’s diagnosis, which reinforced my commitment to serving others through medicine and advancing cancer care.
As I progressed through my education, I was eager to combine my passion for medicine with my natural aptitude for the physical and quantitative sciences. This drive to acquire and apply knowledge led me on an incredible journey to some of the world’s leading academic and research institutions, including Duke, Yale, Harvard, and now MSK. At MSK, I feel privileged to play a pivotal role in a multidisciplinary team, delivering the latest treatments to people with cancer.
When patients come to me for treatment, they can expect someone who will partner with them in their cancer care journey and prioritize their well-being and quality of life. I approach each patient with compassion, knowing that every journey through cancer is deeply personal. I am committed to listening to my patients and understanding their unique stories, concerns, and goals. I believe that effective cancer care is built on shared decision-making, empowering patients and their loved ones to actively participate in their care decisions and treatment journey. I aim to provide the most effective and personalized care possible by combining the latest technology with an evidence-based and tailored approach.
I am actively involved in research as a physician-scientist specializing in computational oncology. My research uses artificial intelligence and advanced modeling techniques to analyze data from diverse sources such as imaging, pathology, genomics, and clinical data. My goal is to use these analyses to uncover new insights into how cancers originate and progress and develop more precise, personalized treatment strategies. This has the potential to transform how we diagnose, monitor, and treat cancer, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
Outside of work, I like to stay active and engaged with the world around me. I enjoy playing basketball and keeping up with international soccer. I also love traveling, which allows me to explore diverse cultures, cuisines, and architectures and immerse myself in the rich history of different destinations. I find joy in capturing these experiences through photography, preserving the unique moments and stories that each place has to offer. These interests keep me grounded and continually inspired, both personally and professionally.
I'm a radiation oncologist, which is a cancer doctor with special training in using radiation therapy (RT) to treat cancer.
- Assistant Attending Radiation Oncologist
Conditions I Treat
- Lung cancer
- Lung metastases
- Esophageal cancers
- Thymoma
My Specialties
- External beam radiation
Education
- MD, Yale School of Medicine
Residencies
- Harvard Radiation Oncology Program
- Radiation Oncology, Massachusetts General Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute/Brigham and Women's Hospital/Boston Children’s Hospital
Awards and Honors
- Young Investigator Award, American Society of Clinical Oncology/Conquer Cancer Foundation (2023)
- Research Resident Award, Radiological Society of North America (2023)
- James D. Cox Research Award, Radiation Oncology Institute (2022)
- Holman Pathway Fellowship, American Board of Radiology (2022)
- Medical Research Fellowship, Howard Hughes Medical Institute (2017)
Insurance Information
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Offers a qualified health plan from the Health Insurance Marketplace. Call Emblem to learn more.
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Offers a qualified health plan from the Health Insurance Marketplace. Call Fidelis to learn more.
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Offers a qualified health plan from the Health Insurance Marketplace. Call Healthfirst to learn more.
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Clinical Trials
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Disclosures
Members of the MSK Community 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. These activities outside of MSK further our mission, provide productive collaborations, and promote the practical application of scientific discoveries.
MSK requires doctors, faculty members, and leaders 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. Not all disclosed interests and relationships present conflicts of interest. MSK reviews all disclosed interests and relationships to assess whether a conflict of interest exists and whether formal COI management is needed.
Tafadzwa Lawrence Chaunzwa discloses the following relationships and financial interests:
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