Faculty
MD Anderson's reputation attracts experts in all fields to the institution; therefore, our faculty members possess an unparalleled level of knowledge and technical expertise.
We are proud of our faculty team, which includes world-renowned pioneers in molecular genetics who, along with other faculty members, actively participate in the rapidly progressing field of molecular cytogenetics. Watch a video snapshot Molecular Genetic Technology students learning from an expert in DNA analysis.
The large number of faculty members enables you to receive instruction that is primarily structured on a one-to-one basis. As faculty members know their students well they are able to provide guidance based upon their understanding of each student's unique needs.
Administrators
The Program in Molecular Genetic Technology is administered by:
Program Director
Peter Hu, M.S., Ph.D.
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Toll-free: 1-800-551-9503
Local: 713-563-3095
Fax: 713-745-3337
E-mail: pchu@mdanderson.org
Medical Advisor
Raja Luthra, Ph.D.
Education Coordinator
Awdhesh Kalia, Ph.D.
Clinical Coordinator
Denise Juroske-Short, M.S.
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Senior Health Professions Educator
Crystal Simien, B.S.
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Raquel Giffard, B.S.
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Roster of Faculty
A current roster of Molecular Genetic Technology faculty is published in the Health Professions Student Catalog.