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Leester D Wu
Radiation Oncology
About Me
Dr. Leester Wu is the Director of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital. After completing his undergraduate studies at Harvard University where he was the recipient of numerous honors throughout his schooling, Dr. Wu earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He subsequently completed his residency with Columbia University in the Radiation Oncology Residency Program, where he served as Chief Resident in his final year. Dr. Wu is board certified by the American Board of Radiology.
Dr. Wu has more than 15 years of experience in state-of-the-art external beam radiation and Gamma Knife® stereotactic radiosurgery. He brings a diverse background in community practice, research, and academic training to Mount Sinai South Nassau's Radiation Oncology Department.
In his professional community, Dr. Wu is a member of the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology, the American Society for Clinical Oncology, and the New York Roentgen Society.
Language
English
Position
NON-FACULTY MEDICAL STAFF | Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
- Mount Sinai South Nassau
- Mount Sinai Queens
- The Mount Sinai Hospital
Education
MD, Perelman School Of Medicine At The University Of Pennsylvania
Internship, Transitional Year
St. Barnabas Medical Center
Residency, Radiation Oncology
Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center
Residency, Radiation Oncology
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Certifications
Radiation Oncology
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Industry Relationships
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Dr. WU has not yet completed reporting of industry relationships or has no industry relationships to report.
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