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Thelma C. Hurd
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| Title: |
M.D. |
| Industry: |
Medical |
| Type of Organization: |
University |
| Major Product/Service: |
Medical services including patient care, education and research |
| Expertise: |
Dr. Hurd has 28 years of experience focusing on markers of breast cancer progression, special surgical techniques and health disparities in underserved populations. She is currently a Surgical Oncologist, Associate Professor of Surgery and Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Biostatistics/Epidemiology at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. |
| Geographic Area of Distribution: |
Texas |
| Affiliations: |
American Society of Clinical Oncology; American College of Surgeons; Society of Black Academics Surgeons; A.A.C.R.; A.S.S.O. |
| University/Degree: |
M.D., University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey |
| Born: |
June 18, 1958, Elizabeth, New Jersey |
| Hobbies/Sports: |
Skiing |
| Honors & Awards: |
Dr. Hurd has received multiple awards including being a nine-time recipient of the Best of Doctors in America Designation and the President's Volunteer Service Award and Congressional Awards at the UN General Assembly, in recognition of her service and ongoing work in Nigeria. |
| Published Works: |
Author and co-author of numerous publications; Gives various presentations |
| Career Accomplishments: |
Dr. Hurd founded and currently serves as the Director of the South Texas Esperanza y Vita Program, a breast and cervical cancer education and screening program, for Hispanic women and men. |
