Dr. Paola Queirolo

medical oncology, melanoma and sarcoma

User Score	Experience	Rating	Price Range	Publications	Online Consultations
91%	37 years	9.7/10	$$$$	361	No

Overview

Country, City

Italy, Milan

Health facility

European Institute of Oncology Milan

Medical unit

Department of medical oncology for melanoma and sarcomas

About the doctor

Dr. Paola Queirolo is a highly experienced medical oncologist specializing in melanoma and sarcomas. With 36 years of experience in the field, she has established herself as a respected expert in oncology. Dr. Queirolo's impressive career includes positions at renowned institutions such as the National Institute for Cancer Research in Genoa and the European Institute of Oncology in Milan. Her expertise is evident in her extensive experience and her numerous scientific publications, with a total of 361 to her name. These publications cover a wide range of topics, including the treatment of advanced melanoma, the impact of immune checkpoint blockade in cancer patients, and the genetic factors influencing cutaneous melanoma susceptibility. Dr. Queirolo's research and contributions to the scientific community highlight her commitment to advancing the field of oncology and improving patient outcomes. Working at the prestigious European Institute of Oncology in Milan, Dr. Queirolo is the director of the Department of Medical Oncology for Melanoma and Sarcomas. Her role allows her to provide specialized care to patients with these challenging conditions, utilizing the latest advancements and personalized treatment approaches. Dr. Queirolo's dedication to her patients and contributions to the field make her a highly respected and sought-after oncologist in Italy. In summary, Dr. Paola Queirolo is a highly accomplished medical oncologist specializing in melanoma and sarcomas. With a long and distinguished career, she has made significant contributions to the field through her extensive research and scientific publications. Her expertise and dedication to patient care make her a standout professional in oncology.

Skills & Expertise

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education

1982-1987 Studied human medicine at the University of Genoa
Obtaining a license for medical practice
1988-1990 Obtaining specialization in medical oncology at the University of Genoa
1991-2000 Contract Researcher at the National Institute for Cancer in Genoa
1988-1990 Fellow in medical oncology at the University of Genoa
2017-2026 First and Second Band Professor in medical oncology

Experience

1997-2000 Adjunct Professor at the School of Specialization in Medical Oncology of the University of Genoa
2000-2005 Medical Director in medical oncology of the National Institute for Cancer Research in Genoa
2005-2009 Medical Director with a medium professional role in medical oncology at the National Institute for Cancer Research in Genoa
2009-2014 Medical Director with a highly professional position in medical oncology at the Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization, and Healthcare in San Martino
2018 Director of the skin cancer structure at the San Martino Hospital in Genoa
Director of the Department of medical oncology for melanoma and sarcomas at the European Institute of Oncology Milan

Awards & Memberships

2000 Member of the melanoma group of the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer
2000 Peer-Reviewer for numerous international scientific journals: Lancet Oncology, Cancer Immunology Immunotherapy, Melanoma Research, British Journal of Cancer, Cancer Medicine, Journal of European Academy of Dermatology, Seminars in Immunology, and Targeted Oncology
2003 Seminar lessons on the topics "Breast cancer, immunotherapy, and melanoma" to the Postgraduates of the School of Specialization in Medical Oncology at the University of Genoa
2004-2016 Founding Partner and Member of the board of directors of the Italian network for cancer biotherapy and immunotherapy
2008-2010 Collaborator in the project funded by the Ministry of Health: "Immunoresponse against cancer: identification of targets for new therapeutic approaches"
2009 Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology
2010 Member of the scientific committee of the Italian Melanoma Patients Association
2011 Member of the Italian group of BioGenoMEL, an international consortium developed by GenoMEL for the study of biology and melanoma genetics underlying response to therapy and relapse
2011 Member of national and international advisory boards for Roche, Bristol Myer Squibb, Merck Sharp Dohme, and Novartis
2011-2013 Member of the board of directors of the Italian Melanoma Intergroup
2012 Reviewer of the melanoma guidelines of the Italian Medical Oncology Association
2012 Participant in the drafting: "Scientific basis for the definition of clinical guidelines for cutaneous melanoma"
2012 Participant in the drafting of the Italian Medical Oncology Association and Italian Society of Pathological Anatomy recommendations for the determination of BRAF mutational status in the melanoma
2014-2016 President of the Italian Melanoma Intergroup
2014-2017 External Collaborator in the project: "Effect of tumor cells and tumor microenvironment on the maturation and function of NK and other innate lymphoid cells"
2015-2016 Founding Member and Board Member of the Federation of Oncology Associations for Spontaneous Research
2016 Invited Lecturer of the Ph.D. course at the University of Genoa: "Translational medicine in oncology and hematology" with teaching in the integrated course of 6 credits: "Translational oncology and hematology"
2016 Coordinator of the guidelines from the Italian Association of Medical Oncology of non-melanoma
2016 Member of the scientific committee of the Italian Association of Melanoma Patients
2017 Effective Member of the academic board of the doctoral course at the University of Genoa: "Hemato-oncology and clinical-translational internal medicine"
2017 Lecturer at the "Immuno oncology II level master" in Rome
2017 Member of the melanoma working group
2017 Member of the immunotherapy working group
2017 Past President of the Italian Melanoma Intergroup
Member of the working group on melanoma and immunotherapy from the Alliance Against Cancer
Member of the scientific committee from the Melanoma Italia Onlus