Dr. Ghassan Zalzaleh

Surgical Oncologist

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Dr. Ghassan Zalzaleh

MD, University of Minnesota Medical School
Residency in Internal Medicine, Hennepin County Medical Center
Fellowship in Hematology & Oncology, University of Minnesota

Current Role At Neovita

Dr. Zalzaleh serves as a leading Surgical Oncologist at NeoVita, where he specializes in performing complex cancer surgeries and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to provide patients with the highest standards of surgical oncology care.

Expertise & Specialization

• Complex oncologic Surgery
• Minimally invasive and advanced surgical techniques
• Multidisciplinary cancer care integration

Memberships & Affiliation

• American College of Surgeons (ACS)
•Society of Surgical Oncology (SSO)
• American College of Surgeons (ACS)

Biography

Dr. Ghassan Zalzaleh, MD, is a distinguished Surgical Oncologist with over two decades of clinical experience and recognition as one of Chicago Magazine’s Top Doctors 2024. He earned his medical degree from the University of Damascus and completed his training in oncology and hematology in Illinois, where he has since built a reputation for excellence in patient care. Dr. Zalzaleh serves as a leading Surgical Oncologist at NeoVita, where he specializes in performing complex cancer surgeries and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to provide patients with the highest standards of surgical oncology care. His expertise spans advanced surgical techniques, minimally invasive procedures, and the integration of surgery with systemic therapies and radiation to optimize patient outcomes. Highly regarded by both peers and patients, Dr. Zalzaleh continues to advance surgical oncology through his leadership, clinical practice, and commitment to innovation in cancer treatment.

Career highlights & Achievements

Dr. Ghassan Zalzaleh has amassed more than two decades of clinical expertise in oncology and hematology, with a distinguished career marked by his recognition as one of Chicago Magazine’s Top Doctors 2024. He has been instrumental in advancing surgical oncology through his use of minimally invasive and complex surgical techniques, consistently achieving excellent patient outcomes. His work emphasizes the integration of surgery with systemic therapies and radiation, ensuring comprehensive cancer care that is both innovative and patient-centered. Dr. Zalzaleh’s reputation for clinical excellence, leadership, and compassionate care has earned him the respect of colleagues and the trust of patients, solidifying his role as a key figure in surgical oncology at NeoVita.