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Christopher Straka, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Education
B.S. Earth and Ocean Sciences | Duke University 2011
M.D. University of Texas Southwestern 2015
Residency University of California San Diego 2020
Clinical Focus
Head and Neck Cancers, Prostate Cancer, General Radiation Oncology, and Dupuytren’s Contracture
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About Dr. Straka
Dr. Straka is a Clinical Radiation Oncologist based at our 4S Ranch Treatment Facility. He treats a wide variety of cancers including Head and Neck Tumors and Prostate Cancer. He also has an interest in the treatment of Dupuytren’s Contracture, a non-malignant (benign) condition.
His research interest focuses on improving patients’ and caregivers’ experiences as they receive cancer care. He has developed novel, patient-facing smartphone apps, and he believes that current and emerging technologies will synergistically improve patient care and ultimately deepen the doctor-patient relationship.