Andrea Hayes-Jordan
Andrea Hayes-Jordan is a renowned surgeon and scientist known for her significant contributions to the field of pediatric oncology. She is recognized for her pioneering work in the development and implementation of a novel surgical procedure known as Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) for children suffering from rare forms of abdominal cancer.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Hayes-Jordan was born and raised in New York City. She completed her undergraduate studies at Dartmouth College, where she majored in Biochemistry. She then pursued her medical degree from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth. Following her graduation, she completed her general surgery residency at the University of California, Davis, and a fellowship in pediatric surgery at the University of Michigan.
Career[edit | edit source]
Hayes-Jordan began her career at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, where she served as the Chief of Pediatric Surgery and the Director of Pediatric Surgical Oncology. During her tenure, she developed the HIPEC procedure for pediatric patients, a groundbreaking achievement in the field of pediatric oncology.
In 2018, Hayes-Jordan moved to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she currently serves as the Surgeon-in-Chief of the North Carolina Children's Hospital and the Division Chief of Pediatric Surgery. She is also a tenured Professor in the Departments of Surgery and Pediatrics at the UNC School of Medicine.
Research and Contributions[edit | edit source]
Hayes-Jordan's research primarily focuses on the treatment of rare solid tumors in children, particularly Desmoplastic small round cell tumor (DSRCT). She is credited with the development of the HIPEC procedure, which involves the surgical removal of tumors followed by the direct administration of heated chemotherapy drugs into the abdominal cavity. This procedure has significantly improved survival rates for children with DSRCT and other rare abdominal cancers.
Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]
Throughout her career, Hayes-Jordan has received numerous awards and recognition for her contributions to pediatric oncology. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Pediatric Surgical Association.
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External Links[edit | edit source]
- Andrea Hayes-Jordan at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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