Prof. MUDr. Jaroslav Sterba, PhD.

pediatric oncology and hematology

User Score	Experience	Rating	Publications	Online Consultations
95%	37 years	9.8/10	390	No

Overview

Country, City

Czechia, Brno

Health facility

University Hospital Brno

Medical unit

Department of pediatric oncology

About the doctor

Prof. MUDr. Jaroslav Sterba, PhD. , is a highly experienced doctor with 36 years of experience in pediatric oncology and hematology. He works at the Department of Pediatric Oncology at University Hospital Brno in Czechia. Prof. Sterba's extensive CV showcases his dedication and expertise, including his studies at Masaryk University, specialized training in pediatrics and oncology, and his postgraduate scientific studies and research in the field of oncology. One of the most impressive aspects of Prof. Sterba's career is his significant contribution to scientific research, with 390 scientific publications. His research focuses on innovative treatments in pediatric oncology, tumor stem cells in childhood sarcomas, and personalized treatment procedures. Prof. Sterba's commitment to advancing knowledge and finding new and practical approaches to childhood cancer treatment sets him apart as a pioneer. Beyond his research, Prof. Sterba has also held various important positions, including being a member of the pediatric committee of the European Medicines Agency, chairman of the pediatric oncology section of the Czech Oncological Society, and a full member of the International Society for Pediatric Oncology. These roles demonstrate his recognition and influence in the medical community. With his extensive experience, dedication to research, and contributions to pediatric oncology and hematology, Prof. MUDr. Jaroslav Sterba, PhD. , is highly regarded as an exemplary doctor. His expertise and innovative approach make him a valuable asset to his patients and the medical community.

Skills & Expertise

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education

1981-1987 Studied human medicine at the Masaryk University
Obtaining a license for medical practice
1987-1990 Resident at the Department of pediatrics of the University Hospital in Ostrava
1990 Obtaining specialization in pediatrics
1993-1995 Resident in pediatric oncology at the University Hospital in Ostrava
1994 Received additional qualifications in the field of oncology
1998 Postgraduate course in pediatric hematology and oncology from Philadelphia-Salzburg seminars
2000 Completed postgraduate scientific studies in the field of oncology at the Masaryk University
2000 Ph.D.
2002 Habilitation
2005 Postgraduate course in pediatric hematology and oncology from Philadelphia-Salzburg seminars
2006 Obtaining further specialization in pediatric oncology and hematology
2012 Scientific research: "Specific research innovative treatments in pediatric oncology"
2012-2014 Scientific research: "OPVK OPTIMED-optimized teaching of general medicine: horizontal and vertical connection, innovation and efficiency for practice"
2012-2015 Scientific research of the Ministry of Health of the Czech Republic: "Identification and characterization of tumor stem cells in childhood sarcomas"
2013 Scientific research: "Specific research innovative treatments and treatment toxicity in pediatric oncology"
2013-2015 Scientific research: "DHFR- and non-DHFR-mediated effects of methotrexate at the cellular level: studies in childhood solid tumor lines"
2015 Scientific research: "Personalized treatment procedures in pediatric oncology. National information and educational portal on childhood oncological diseases"
2016 Scientific research activity: "Next generation sequencing and express profiling as a diagnostic basis for designing individualized treatment plans for children with solid tumors"
2016 Scientific research activity: "Receptor tyrosine kinases and associated signaling pathways as potential targets for the treatment of refractory childhood solid tumors"
2016 Scientific research activity: "Specific research personalized treatment in pediatric oncology: theranostics and other innovative approaches"

Experience

1990-1993 Self-Employed Physician at the University Hospital in Ostrava
1991 Professional internship in pediatric hematology and oncology at the Great Ormond Street Hospital London
1993 Professional internship in pediatric hematology at the University of California
1995-1997 Acting Consultant and Head of the Department of pediatric oncology at the Kuwait Cancer Control Centre
1996 Professional internship in pediatric hematology and oncology at the Great Ormond Street Hospital London
1997 Professional internship in pediatric oncology at the John Hopkins Hospital of Baltimore
1997-1998 Assistant Professor at the Masaryk University
1998 Head Physician of the Department of pediatric oncology at the University Hospital Brno
1998-2002 Head of the Department of pediatric oncology at the University Hospital Brno
1998-2002 Assistant Professor at the Department of pediatrics of the Masaryk University
1999 Professional internship in pediatric oncology at the John Hopkins Hospital of Baltimore
Associate Professor for pediatrics at the Masaryk University
2007 Professor for the field of oncology at the Masaryk University
Director of the clinical network “CEPOETA”

Awards & Memberships

1995-1997 Senior Lecture at the Kuwait University
2008 Organized the first "Workshop in metronomic and differentiating therapies in children and adolescents in Brno"
2011 Member of the pediatric committee of the European Medicines Agency in London
2011 Member of the committee of the working group for pediatric hematology of the Czech Pediatric and Czech Hematology Society
2011-2014 Member of the pediatric committee of the European Medicines Agency
Chairman of the pediatric oncology section of the Czech Oncological Society
Vice-Dean for professional education and external affairs at the University of Warsaw in Brno
Member of the Czech Oncological Society
Corresponding Member of the United Kingdom children cancer study group
Full Member of the International Society for Pediatric Oncology
Member of the Czech Medical Chamber
Member of the Czech Medical Society
International Member of the Children's oncology group in the USA
A pioneer in metronomic chemotherapy in children