Dr. Brian Vicuna's Credentials

Accepting New Patients

Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients

Biography

EDUCATION Brian Vicuna, MD graduated Cum Laude from the University of Southern California in 1996 with a degree in biomedical engineering and a minor in bioethics. He received his medical degree in 2000 from the University of Nevada School of Medicine. After completing his residency in internal medicine at the University of California Irvine Medical Center, he served as Chief Resident for an additional year. Dr. Vicuna then moved to the Midwest, where he completed his fellowship in medical oncology and geriatric medicine at the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in Chicago, IL. AREAS OF SPECIAL INTEREST Treats various cancer types with a special interest in the following areas: geriatric oncology and colon, pancreas and lung cancers. EXPERIENCE Dr. Vicuna joined Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada in September of 2007. Prior to joining the practice, he participated in numerous clinical trials at Northwestern University and written several articles in peer-reviewed journals. PERSONAL As a Filipino-American native of Las Vegas, Dr. Vicuna is excited to be back home. His wife is an Internist here in Las Vegas and they have three children. They enjoy traveling and spending time with family and friends. BOARD CERTIFIED Internal Medicine Geriatric Medicine Medical Oncology

Languages

• English

Education

• University Of Nevada School Of Medicine (Grad. 2000)

Other Specialties

• Oncologist / Hematologist

Areas of Expertise

• Lung cancer
• Colon cancer
• Pancreatic cancer