Departments

Radiation Oncology

The Department of Radiation Oncology pledges to provide compassionate, world class cancer care to our patients of central Pennsylvania. We educate and train the next generation of physicians to be at the forefront of cancer care, actively translating innovation and discovery through novel technology and clinical trials.

From the Chair

Radiation Oncologist Vinita Takiar poses in front of a linear accelerator

From the Chair

"Our department is committed to delivering the highest quality cancer care while advancing the field through innovation, education, and research. Every day, our team of physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, radiation therapists, nurses, and staff work together to provide compassionate, patient-centered treatment using state-of-the-art technology."

Vinita Takiar, MD, PhD
Chair

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Who We Are and What We Do

Education and Programs

We offer opportunities for medical students, residents, and off-service fellows to rotate with nationally and internationally known faculty.

Research

Our research mission spans innovation and discovery through translational and investigator-initiated studies and multi-center cooperative group clinical trials.

Clinical Care

The Department of Radiation Oncology has been an early adopter of advanced treatment services for several years and our clinicians stay on the cutting edge.

Partnerships

Our department collaborates with partners across the academic health system, including the Penn State Cancer Institute and Penn State Health Medical Group.

Publications

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Faculty and Personnel

Learn more about our department and find ways to connect with our people.

Department Welcomes Leila Tchelebi, MD

The Department of Radiation Oncology is pleased to welcome Leila Tchelebi, MD, to Penn State Health and Penn State Cancer Institute.

Dr. Tchelebi is a board-certified radiation oncologist with expertise in gastrointestinal cancers, stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), and multidisciplinary cancer care. She joins Penn State from Northwell Health, where she served as Associate Professor of Radiation Medicine and held numerous leadership roles in clinical research, quality improvement, and national oncology organizations.

A nationally recognized physician-scientist, Dr. Tchelebi has authored numerous peer reviewed publications, contributed to national clinical practice guidelines, and is actively involved in advancing cancer care through research, education, and collaboration.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Tchelebi to our department!