Jessica A. Casas, MD, MPH
Department or Service
Location
- Texas Medical Center
Specialty
Palliative Care
Cancer
Blood Disorders
Cancer
Blood Disorders
Phone: 832-822-7228
Fax: 832-825-7829
Contact Information
6621 Fannin St., Ste. W1990
Houston,
TX
77030
United States
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Texas US
Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Section of Palliative Care, Baylor College of Medicine
Palliative Care Program, Cancer and Hematology Centers
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia | fellowship | Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine | 2016 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | fellowship | Pediatric Hematology/Oncology | 2015 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | residency | Pediatrics | 2012 |
| The University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine and Public Health | medical school | Doctor of Medicine | 2009 |
| The University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine and Public Health | masters | Master of Public Health | 2009 |
About
Dr. Jessica Casas' passion for influencing positive change and alleviating suffering guides her career goals that include integrating her work as a clinical oncologist with the development of a palliative care program. She strives to help other medical professionals become more familiar and comfortable with early integration and delivery of palliative care to children.
Clinical Interests
Pain and symptom management
Communication and teamwork
Global oncology palliative care
Organization
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine | Member |
| American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) | Member |
| American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (ASPHO) | Member |