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Sangeeta K. Tyerech, MD
Clinical Locations
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Fox Chase Cancer Center333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Phone: 888-369-2427
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Fox Chase Cancer Center - Voorhees502 Centennial Blvd
Suite 7
Voorhees, NJ 08043
Phone: 888-369-2427
Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology
Specialties
- Radiation Oncology
Areas of Expertise
Endometrial (Uterine) Cancer, Uterine Sarcoma, Prostate Cancer, Ovarian & Primary Peritoneal Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Vulvar Cancer
Treatment Focus
- Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
- Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
- Hypofractionated Radiation Therapy (HIMRT)
- Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT)
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy
- HDR temporary vaginal brachytherapy
- Clinical trials
Distinctions
Treatment Philosophy
Having cancer can be overwhelming, both physically and emotionally. I am proud to be part of a multidisciplinary team that provides evidence-based, patient-centered care. I try to individualize care to maximize treatment outcomes while optimizing the quality of life for each of my patients.
Educational Background
- Chief Resident, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Bronx, NY, 1996-97
- Resident, Radiation Oncology, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Bronx, NY, 1993-96 MD
- UMDNJ–Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Piscataway, NJ, 1992
Certifications
- American Board of Radiology - Radiation Oncology
Memberships
- American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology
Honors & Awards
- Philadelphia Magazine Top Doctors, 2024, 2023
- American Society of Clinical Oncology Merit Award
- Chief Resident, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein
- College of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Bronx, NY, 1996-97
Selected Publications
Yaparpalvi R, Fontenla, D.P, Tyerech S, Boselli L, Beiter J:Parotid Gland Tumors: A Comparison of Postoperative Radiotherapy Techniques using Three Dimensional (3D) Dose Distributions and Dose-Volume Histograms. International Journal of Radiation Oncology Biology, Physics 40:1, 43-49. 1998. PubMed
Segall, J, Tyerech S, S. Boselli L, Masseling S, Chan A, Jones J, and Condeelis J: EGF Stimulates Lamellipod Extension in Metastatic Mammary Adenocarcinoma Cells by an Actin Dependent Mechanism. Clinical and Experimental Metastasis 14:1, 61-72, 1996. PubMed
Tyerech S, Boselli L, Miroff W, Chan A, Condeelis J, Jones J, Segall J: EGF Stimulation of Rat Mammary Adenocarcinoma Cells Induces Lamellipod Extension and Chemotaxis. American Society of Clinical Oncology Program/Proceedings, 14: 521, 1995. PubMed
Boselli L. Tyerech S, Miroff W, Chan A, Condeelis J, Segall J, Jones J:EGF Simulation of Rat Mammary Adenocarcinoma Cells Causes Changes in the Organization of the Actin Cytoskeleton. American Society of Clinical Oncology/Program/Proceedings, 14520, 1995.
Additional Publications
Dr. Tyerech on PubMed
Patient comments
I received excellent service.
I have always received the best care from my Doctor and her nurse. They are always professional, willing to answer questions, and very kind and caring about my well-being. I feel I have the best team of Doctors, nurses and recipitionist each time I have an appointment at Fox Chase Cancer Center.
Dr. Tyerech, the resident doctor and the nurse were excellent. Very caring, attentive to my needs, and informative. An excellent care team!!!
[…] Dr. Tyrech and her assistants are always wonderful and compassionate.
Very professional and listen