Jeff Yorio, M.D.

General Summary

Dr. Yorio is is actively involved in clinical trial research for melanoma, head & neck cancer, renal cell carcinoma and prostate cancer with publications in the areas of melanoma, lung cancer and colorectal cancer. He strives to bring cutting edge treatments and new research to patients here in Austin.

Education

• Fellowship in Medical Oncology and Hematology
  UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
• Residency in Internal Medicine
  UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
• Doctor of Medicine with Distinction in Research
  The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
• Bachelor of Science in Advertising
  The University of Texas, Austin, Texas

Medical Practice

Other Information

Dr. Yorio is a native Texan, originally from Burleson near Fort Worth. He is married with two children and enjoys spending time with his family, playing guitar and jogging. He is also an avid Texas Longhorn fan.

Accolades & Memberships

• Seton Hospital System, Chief of Hematology-Oncology Service
• Seton Health Alliance, Chair of Oncology Subcommittee
• Executive Committee, Texas Oncology Austin
• Marketing Chair, Texas Oncology Austin
• Developmental Therapeutics Research Committee, US Oncology
• Genitourinary Research Committee, US Oncology
• American Society of Clinical Oncology
• American Society of Hematology
• Travis County Medical Society
• Jesse H. Jones Fellowship in Cancer Education, UT MD Anderson, 2013
• LBJ Clinical Fellow of the Year, UT MD Anderson, 2013 Outstanding Clinical Research Award, UT Southwestern Housestaff, 2011
• Outstanding Clinical Research Award, Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) Young Investigator’s Symposium, 2008

Community Service

Research Interest