Dr. Sandra Sha, MD, Radiation Oncologist
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Dr. Sandra Sha, MD

Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology

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40107 Highway 27 Davenport FL, 33837
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Dr. Sandra Sha practices Radiation Oncology in Lakeland, Florida. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Sha specializes in treating cancer with radiation, using radiation therapy to treat a wide variety of cancers. Radiation therapy uses carefully targeted and regulated doses of high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells.

Education and Training

University of California, Berkeley Bachelor Degree 0

Tufts University School of Medicine MD 1997

Board Certification

American Board of Radiology - Radiation Oncology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Areas of expertise and specialization

• Image Guided Radiation Therapy• Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy • Stereotactic Radiosurgery using both Cyberknife and Trilogy systems• Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy using both Cyberknife and Trilogy systems• High dose rate brachytherapy for gynecological, breast, and lung malignancies• Tandem and Ovoids (50-100 cases per year)• Vaginal Cylinders (50-75 cases per year)• Endobronchial treatments• Partial Breast Irradiation (over 50 cases per year)• AccuBoost treatment (100 cases per year)

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Has been on ABC Action News in 2009 -
  • Board of Directors, American Cancer Society, 2008-2010 -
  • Staff Radiation Oncologist Watson Clinic, Lakeland, FL 2004 - Present
  • Vice President Central Florida Cancer Institute, Davenport and Lake Wales, FL 2004 - Present
  • Staff Radiation Oncologist First Coast Oncology, Jacksonville, FL 2002 - 2003
  • Medical Director Watson Clinic Radiation Oncology Department 2017 - 2020
  • Board Member Central Florida Cancer Institute Foundation 2005 - Present
  • Vice President Central Florida Cancer Institute 2004 - Present
  • Board Member American Cancer Society, West Polk County, FL 2004 - 2008
  • Board Member American Cancer Society, East Polk County, FL 2004 - 2008
  • Service Chief of Radiation Oncology Lakeland Regional Medical Center 2008 -
  • Medical Advisor to the Board of Directors American Cancer Society 2007 - 2008

Awards

  • 2013: Leading Physican's of the World Award. Honored by the International Association of Oncologists   
  • 2012: Most Compassionate Physician Award   
  • 2011: Compassionate Doctor Award. Voated the Most Compassionate Doctor by patients   
  • 2011: Patient's Choice Award. Selected as one of Florida's Favorite Physicians   
  • 2010: Compassionate Doctor Award. Voted most Compassionate Doctor by her patients in Polk County   
  • 2010: Patient's Choice Award. Selected as one of Florida's Favorite Physicians   
  • 2007: Distinguished Physician Award. Honored by Florida Medical Association   
  • 2006: Distinguished Physician Award. Honored by Florida Medical Association   
  • 2015-2024:Patient’s Choice Award, Florida’s Favorite Physicians Compassionate Doctor Award Year  
  • 2014: Top Oncologist in Florida Award (www.toponcologistinflorida.com) Best Oncologist in Florida Award (www.bestoncologistinflorida.com) Year  

Treatments

  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Throat Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Lymphoma
  • Wrinkle & Scar Improvement
  • Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy

Professional Memberships

  • American Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology, the American College of Radiology, and the American Society of Clinical Oncology  
  • International Association of Oncologists (2013  
  • American Brachytherapy Society, 2007-present  
  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center Cancer Committee Member, 2005-present  
  • Polk County Medical Association 2003-present  
  • Central Florida Physician's Alliance 2003-present  
  • American Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology 1998-present  
  • American College of Radiology 1998-present  
  • American Society of Clinical Oncology 1998-present  
  • American Medical Association 1993-present  

Fellowships

  • Harvard Joint Center for Radiation Therapy   2002

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

  • • Event Chair, Making Strides Against Cancer, American Cancer Society2004
  • • Monthly Cancer Conference speaker coordinator at Saint Vincent’s Medical Center
  • • Sponsored multiple educational dinners with CME credit and invited speakers for referring physicians in order increase practice profile

Areas of research

A Multi-Institutional Study of Feasibility, Implementation, and Early Clinical Results With Non-Invasive Breast Brachytherapy for Tumor Bed Boost. 

Subarna Hamid, M.D., Ph.D., Kathy Rocchio, M.S., Douglas Arthur, M.D., Robyn Vera, M.D., Sandra Sha, M.D., Michele Jolly, M.S., Sean Cavanaugh, M.D., Eric Wooten, B.S., Rashmi Benda, M.D., Brad Greenfield, B.S., Bradley Prestidge, M.D. Scot Ackerman, M.D., Robert Kuske, M.D., Coral Quiet, M.D., Margaret Snyder, R.N., CCRT, and David Wazer, M.D.

International Journal of Radiation Oncology Biology and Physics, 2011: In Press

 

         American Brachytherapy Society Presentation.   San Diego, California 2011.

        Accuboost Breast Brachytherapy System. 

 

        2010 San Antonio Breast Conference Poster Presentation.

        December 2010, Abstract P4-11-13. 

 

        American Society of Breast Surgeons.  Poster presentation 2007. 

Partial Breast Irradiation:  Less Fatigue and Better Cosmesis than Whole Breast Irradiation

Koeppel, William; Sha, Sandra; Schreiber, Fred; Saez, Ruben; Franco, Luis; Dupont, Elisabeth

 

2000 – 2002, Prostate autosegmentation on CT and MRI for external beam radiation therapy planning  Advisors: 1)  Anthony D’Amico, M.D., Ph.D. Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School.  2)  Jeffrey Sutton, M.D., Ph.D. Associate Health Sciences and Technology Professor at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts Institute of Technology

               

 

 

1995-96, Oligohydramnios in the appropriately grown fetus under Sara Garmel, M.D. and David

Chelmow, M.D., Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, New England Medical Center

 

Sara H. Garmel M.D., David Chelmow M.D., Sandra J. Sha B.A., James T. Roan M.D. and Mary E. D’Alton M.D.  Oligohydramnios and the Appropriately Grown Fetus.  American Journal of Perinatology.  14(6):259-63, 1997 July

 

1994 and 1995, summers, Mutations in the E-Cadherin gene in patients with endometriosis under Mark R. Gray, Ph.D., Departments of Obstretrics and Gynecology and Anatomy/Cellular       Biology, Tufts University School of Medicine

 

Measurement of cardiac output by automated single-breath technique, and  comparison with tthermodilution and fick methods in patients with cardiac disease under Archie                Wilson, M.D., Ph.D., funded by the American Heart Association, Department of Pulmonology,           University of California at Irvine School of Medicine.  Summer 1992

 

 

Dr. Sandra Sha, MD's Practice location

1730 Lakeland Hills Blvd. -
Lakeland, Florida 33805
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Dr. Sandra Sha, MD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 42 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Radiation Oncologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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Passionate About Transforming Cancer Care in Florida

Dr. Sha, a highly regarded radiation oncologist, continues to make significant strides in cancer care at the Central Florida Cancer Institute in Davenport, Florida. With an impressive academic and professional background, she is dedicated to providing high-quality treatment and advancing the field of radiation oncology.

Education-wise, she earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine following her graduation with honors in Integrative Biology from the University of California, Berkeley. Her rigorous training included an internship in internal medicine at Harvard’s Mount Auburn Hospital and a residency at the prestigious Harvard Joint Center for Radiation Therapy, where she honed her expertise in radiation oncology. She is board-certified by the American Board of Radiology, ensuring her commitment to maintaining the highest standards of medical practice.

Over the years, Dr. Sha has held numerous leadership roles, including Service Chief of Radiation Oncology at Lakeland Regional Medical Center and board member positions with the American Cancer Society. Her dedication extends beyond clinical practice as she actively participates in community initiatives, serving as an Event Chair for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

Affiliated with several healthcare institutions, including AdventHealth Heart of Florida and Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, she is committed to leveraging her expertise to improve patient outcomes. She is a member of prestigious organizations such as the American Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology and the American Society of Clinical Oncology, where she stays on the cutting edge of advancements in cancer treatment.

Dr. Sha’s research contributions, particularly in breast cancer, have earned her recognition in the medical community. She has presented her findings at numerous conferences, including the renowned San Antonio Breast Conference and the American Brachytherapy Society meetings. Her research on the impact of mammograms on the survival of elderly breast cancer patients showcases her commitment to improving treatment protocols and patient care.

Recognized as a Distinguished Physician by the Florida Medical Association and recipient of multiple awards, including the “Top Oncologist in Florida” and “Most Compassionate Physician,” she exemplifies dedication and excellence in her field. Her insights and expertise have also garnered media attention, with appearances on ABC News and PG TV programming.

Dr. Sha is passionate about improving cancer care in Florida and is committed to advancing research and education in radiation oncology. Her work not only impacts her patients but also contributes to the broader medical community.

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