Dr. Michael A. Savin, MD
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
7777 Forest Ln Building D, Suite 400 Dallas TX, 75230About
Dr. Michael A. Savin, MD is a board-certified hematologist/oncologist currently serving his patients as the Clinical Medical Director and Assistant Professor of Medicine at OHSU Knight Cancer Institute located in Oregon. To ensure his patients receive the best care, Dr. Savin currently specializes in breast tumors, hematologic malignancies, and more. To begin his career, Dr. Savin earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 1969. From there, he attended Duke University Medical Center and completed his residency followed by his fellowship in hematology from the University of Washington. Dr. Savin has provided optimal care and medical services to his patients throughout his career. As a testament to his success, he has received numerous awards and accolades including the Golden Flea Award in 1982 for excellence in academic teaching and dedication to outstanding patient care from the Department of Medicine House Staff of Eastern Virginia Medical School and the Hands and Heart Award from the Administrator of Veterans Affairs in 1985. Additionally, he was named on D Magazine’s “Best Doctors in Dallas” list for oncology in 1992, and later earned a spot on the list for eight consecutive years from 2001 to 2009. Furthermore, he was also named a “Texas Super Doctor” by the Texas Monthly Magazine from 2004 to 2007. His extraordinary proficiency in research and education earned him the Texas Medical’s Teaching Award for eight years from 2001 to 2009. On a more personal note, when he is not working, Dr. Savin enjoys playing the guitar and expanding his skills on the instrument. In order to remain up to date with the latest medical advancements in his field, Dr. Savin maintains a professional membership with the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology, the International Society for Experimental Hematology, as well as Alpha Omega Alpha.
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Education and Training
University of Pittsburgh
Univ of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1969
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine- Medical Oncology
Hematology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Hematology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Medical Oncology- 1977
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Voted Best Doctor in Dallas, D Magazine, 2001-Present
- Voted Texas Super Doctor, Texas Magazine, 2004-Present
- 2004-2011 Texas Super Doctors
Fellowships
- Hematology, University of Washington
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology, International Society for Experimental Hematology, Alpha Omega Alpha
Hobbies / Sports
- Music, Playing Guitar
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of Clinical Oncology
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