Raymond Esper, MD, PhD
Dr. Raymond Esper began his medical career while serving in the United States Army in Fort Sam Houston, TX, where he worked as a Medical Laboratory Technician in the Army’s Academy of Health Sciences. In addition to his medical degree, he holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and Genetics from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI, where he also completed a Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship at the Department of Neurology and Center for Molecular Medicine. Prior to joining Florida Cancer Specialists in 2016, Dr. Esper was a Physician (Clinical Lecturer, Hematology-Oncology)at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI.
Published in numerous national and international journals, such as the Scandinavian Journal of Immunology, Journal of Neuroscience and the American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Dr. Esper has also authored chapters in several medical text books and presented at such prestigious conferences as the Society for Neuroscience National Meeting, the American College of Physicians National Meeting and the American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting.
- Hematology
- Medical Oncology
- English
Medical School
Wayne State University School of Medicine – Detroit, MI
Residency
University of Michigan Health System – Ann Arbor, MI
Fellowship
Oncology/Hematology – University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center – Ann Arbor, MI
Board Certified
Medical Oncology
Internal Medicine
Hematology
Professional Affiliations
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
American Society of Hematology (ASH)
American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
FCS patient and three-time cancer fighter Don Dewitt understands the importance of excellent healthcare. As a former hospital administrator and emergency medical services personnel, he knew what to look for when he began his cancer treatment journey more than 20 years ago.
Recently, Don sat down with medical oncologist and hematologist Dr. Raymond Esper to recall their journey together and share his appreciation for the quality care he received from Dr. Esper and his FCS care team.
New cancer treatment therapies are approved based on information gained through clinical trials. Florida Cancer Specialists offers more clinical trial opportunities than many major academic institutions – allowing patients to access the newest and most sophisticated treatments close to home, with a health care team they know and trust. To learn more, talk with your FCS provider or visit https://flcancer.com/participating-in-a-clinical-trial/
His love of science and his desire to continue expanding his horizons led Dr. Raymond Esper to the practice of hematology and oncology. He shares how he is able to put patients at ease and tailor personalized treatments so that patients achieve the best outcomes.
Dr. Raymond Esper – Florida Cancer Specialists
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