Dr. Gerald H. Sokol, MD, MSc, FCP
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
7651 Medical Dr Hudson FL, 34667About
Dr. Gerald Sokol practices Radiation Oncology in Hudson, FL. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Sokol 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
Indiana University MD 1970
Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, Temple University Hospital, and USPHS Hospital Internship and Residency 0
Harvard Medical School Radiation Medicine/Oncology and Clinical Pharmacology Fellowship 0
University of Queensland in Australia Skin Cancer Medicine Training Certification 0
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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Dr. Gerald H. Sokol, MD, MSc, FCP's Expert Contributions
How can I prevent eye damage during radiation therapy for treating nose cancer?
The use of localized electrons even close to the eyes is unlikely to cause eye damage as the depth and diameter of the applied field is limited by the physical nature of electrons (i.e., they have very limited depth of penetration depending on energy). We treat eyelids, eyes themselves and tumors around eyes routinely. Treating those areas is routine for well trained radiation oncologists. Additionally, we can just block the eyes appropriately if necessary - treating a nose is routine and extremely safe when treated by experienced doctors with superficial minimally invasive electrons. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- U.S. Food and Drug Administration drug approval summaries: imatinib mesylate, mesna tablets, and zoledronic acid.
- The cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor celecoxib is a potent inhibitor of human carbonic anhydrase II.
- Reply to the Vioxx debacle.
- Defining biochemical failure following radiotherapy with or without hormonal therapy in men with clinically localized prostate cancer: recommendations of the RTOG-ASTRO Phoenix Consensus Conference.
- Potential glucosamine-warfarin interaction resulting in increased international normalized ratio: case report and review of the literature and MedWatch database.
- Adjunctive topiramate enhances the risk of hypothermia associated with valproic acid therapy.
- Sarcopenia with limited mobility: an international consensus.
- Systemic therapy for bone metastases.
- Intraoperative radiotherapy for early breast cancer and age: clinical characteristics and outcomes.
- Breast Cancer Survivorship: Patient Characteristics and Plans for High-Quality Care.
- Studies on rat paw edema induced by S. aureus.
- Toxic interactions of d-amphetamine and tricyclic antidepressants in mice.
Treatments
- Prostate Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Lymphoma
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
Professional Memberships
- Fellow of the American College of Clinical Pharmacology
- Florida Society of Clinical Oncology
- Association for Clinical Oncology
- American College of Radiation Oncology
- American Society of Pharmacy & Therapeutics
- International Society of Muscle Physicians
Internships
- Harvard Medical School/Mass General Hospital/Temple University Hospital
Fellowships
- Harvard Medical School
Professional Society Memberships
- Florida Society of Clinical Oncology, Association for Clinical Oncology, American College of Radiation Oncology, American Society of Pharmacy & Therapeutics, International Society of Muscle Physicians
Articles and Publications
- Many Articles, Book Chapters, Abstracts, Local, National & International Speaking and Associate Professor of Medicine & Clinical Pharmacology
What do you attribute your success to?
- Complete patient care, Studying, Research, Training/Teaching, Advanced Technology
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Get to know Radiation Oncologist Dr. Gerald H. Sokol, who serves patients in Florida.
A seasoned radiation oncologist with a strong reputation in the field of skin cancer treatment, Dr. Sokol works with patients at the Trinity Cancer Center, an affiliate of Florida Cancer Specialists.
The oncology and hematology experts at Trinity Cancer Center specialize in treating early and advanced cancers, blood disorders, leukemias and lymphomas with targeted personalized therapies driven by innovative clinical research. They blend compassionate care, with cutting-edge technologies, genomic DNA based treatments and immunotherapy.
With extensive achievements in medicine, Dr. Sokol received his medical degree from Indiana University in 1970, and completed his internship and residency training at several prestigious institutions, including Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, Temple University Hospital, and USPHS Hospital.
Thereafter, he went on to complete his fellowship in radiation medicine/oncology and clinical pharmacology at Harvard Medical School. He is also certified in skin cancer medicine through his training at the University of Queensland in Australia.
Recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Clinical Pharmacology, the doctor is board-certified in radiation oncology, medical oncology, internal medicine, quality assurance & utilization review, and clinical pharmacology. He is also an active member of the Florida Society of Clinical Oncology, the Association for Clinical Oncology, the American College of Radiation Oncology, the American Society of Pharmacy & Therapeutics, and the International Society of Muscle Physicians.
A former Captain in the United States Navy Reserve, Dr. Sokol has held positions as a Medical Officer at the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, and at the Food and Drug Administration in Washington, D.C.
Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves the controlled use of radiation to treat cancer either for cure or to reduce pain and other symptoms caused by cancer. Radiation therapy (also called radiotherapy) is the term used to describe the actual treatment delivered by the radiation oncology team. A radiation oncologist is a specialist physician who uses ionizing radiation (such as megavoltage X-rays or radionuclides) in the treatment of cancer.
On a more personal note, Dr Sokol’s success as a radiation oncologist is due to a combination of factors, including his commitment to complete patient care, dedication to studying and research, expertise in training and teaching, and use of advanced technology.
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