Dr. David Samuel, MB, ChB, MD

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• Identification and molecular characterisation of a CALM-AF10 fusion in acute megakaryoblastic leukaemia.

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Get to know Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist,Dr. David Samuel, who serves patients in Madera, California.

Dr. Samuel is a pediatric neuro-oncologist who joined Valley Children’s Hospital in January 2010. 

There, he leads the multidisciplinary team at Children’s, encompassing neurosurgery, radiology, neurology, child psychology, social services, and more. He works in conjunction with national radiation oncologists and tertiary centers to treat children with brain tumors and the long-term effects of brain tumors.

Academically, Dr. Samuel received his Medical Degree from the University of Dundee in Scotland and an Advanced Doctor of Medicine Research Degree from Queen Mary, University of London, England, with a thesis on childhood leukemia. He completed his pediatric residency at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and a fellowship in pediatric hematology/oncology at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, with fellowship years at the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Sick Children in London, the Royal Marsden Hospital, St. Bartholomew’s Hospital, and the Royal London Hospital.

Board certified in pediatric hematology/oncology and pediatrics, Dr. Samuel is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP). The mission of the ABP is to advance child health by certifying pediatricians who meet standards of excellence and are committed to continuous learning and improvement.

Professionally, Dr. Samuel is a member of several organizations, including the American Society of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology and the Children’s Oncology Group. He is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Pediatric neuro-oncology encompasses providing comprehensive care for children with benign and malignant tumors of the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves. A pediatric neuro-oncologist is a cancer specialist who deals with cancer in children that is related specially to the neurological system. 

Dedicated to his profession, Dr. Samuel has published his work in peer-reviewed journals, including the British Journal of Haematology, Leukemia, Medical and Pediatric Oncology as well as in the Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man. He also co-authored a book chapter titled “Tumors of the Brain and Spinal Cord” published in Oncology of Infancy and Childhood.

On a more personal note, Dr. Samuel is interested in traditional martial arts and has practiced aikido.

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