About Michael Thomas Milano
Dr. Michael Thomas Milano, M.D., Ph.D., stands out in the field of Radiation Oncology for his deeply personalized approach to cancer treatment. He emphasizes that each patient and their cancer require bespoke care blended with compassion.
Driven by a commitment to integrating state-of-the-art technology in cancer treatment, Dr. Milano specializes in managing thoracic and central nervous system tumors, as well as treating oligometastases with advanced radiation techniques. His dedication to his field is matched by the rewarding outcomes he achieves for his patients.
Originally from Rochester, Dr. Milano was educated at McQuaid Jesuit High School before completing his medical and doctoral studies at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. His medical practice is primarily focused on conditions such as primary and metastatic brain tumors, spine tumors, and a variety of benign intracranial tumors like pituitary tumors, acoustic neuromas, and meningiomas, in addition to treating trigeminal neuralgia. He also addresses complex cases of lung cancer, thoracic tumors, head and neck cancers, and metastatic cancers, consistently contributing to clinical research in these areas.
Dr. Milano is a board-certified Radiation Oncologist whose educational background includes an undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame and comprehensive training in Radiation Oncology at the University of Chicago. Since 2005, he has been a vital member of the faculty at the University of Rochester's renowned Department of Radiation Oncology.
He is highly skilled in several sophisticated radiation therapies, including stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT for spine), intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT), and tomotherapy. Dr. Milano’s extensive training and innovative approach have made him a key figure in advancing patient care in Radiation Oncology.
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