Dr. Dan J. Raz

About Dr. Raz

Dr. Dan J. Raz co-directs the Lung Cancer and Thoracic Oncology Program at City of Hope and is an associate professor in the Division of Thoracic Surgery. He specializes in the surgical treatment of pleural mesothelioma and other complex thoracic cancers and brings extensive expertise in both curative and advanced disease management.

Actively engaged in pioneering research, Dr. Raz works to improve mesothelioma outcomes through innovative strategies that address therapy resistance and tailor treatments to each patient. He offers cutting-edge surgical options within a multidisciplinary care framework, ensuring patients benefit from collaborative expertise across specialties.

In addition to his work with mesothelioma, Dr. Raz is an authority on lung cancer surgery, screening and prevention. He is dedicated to raising awareness about thoracic cancer risks in diverse communities, including Latino and Chinese populations, combining advanced treatment with culturally sensitive patient support. He describes City of Hope as “a special place…no other place that I’ve been to combines leading-edge treatment with such a nurturing environment.”

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Medical Education & Expertise

• City of Hope, Division of Thoracic Surgery (Associate Professor)
• City of Hope, Thoracic Oncology Program (Co-Director, Lung Cancer and Thoracic Oncology Program)
• Massachusetts General Hospital, Cardiothoracic Surgery (Fellowship)
• Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (Fellowship)
• Mayo Clinic (Fellowship)
• University of California, San Francisco, General Surgery (Residency)
• University of California, San Francisco, Thoracic Oncology Program (Fellowship)
• University of California, San Francisco, Clinical Research (Master’s)
• University of Pennsylvania (M.D.)
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology (B.S.)

Associations, Awards & Recognition

• UCSF Training in Clinical Research Scholar, 2007
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology Burchard Scholar, 1997
• Member, American Association of Thoracic Surgeons
• Member, American College of Surgeons
• Member, American Medical Association
• Member, American Society of Clinical Oncology
• Member, International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer
• Member, Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Why Choose Dr. Raz for Mesothelioma?

Dr. Raz brings extensive surgical expertise tailored to thoracic cancers, including mesothelioma. His role as co-director of the Lung Cancer and Thoracic Oncology Program at a nationally recognized cancer center means patients benefit from a multidisciplinary approach combining advanced surgical techniques with ongoing clinical research. 

His commitment to public education and cultural sensitivity enhances patient trust and engagement, improving care outcomes. Dr. Raz is also deeply involved in cutting-edge translational research addressing therapy resistance and treatment personalization, which translates into innovative care options for mesothelioma patients at City of Hope.

Publications of Dr. Raz

• Raz, D. et al. (2020, July). Effects of selected deubiquitinating enzyme inhibitors on the proliferation and motility of lung cancer and mesothelioma cell lines. Retrieved from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32236606/
• Raz, D. et al. (2020, May 21). Causes of Death and Hospitalization in Long-term Lung Cancer Survivors: A Population-based Appraisal. Retrieved from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31591032/
• Raz, D. et al. (2020, March 11). Barriers and facilitators of adherence to a perioperative physical activity intervention for older adults with cancer and their family caregivers. Retrieved from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31208829/
• Raz, D. et al. (2020, February, 15). Readmission and complications after robotic surgery: experience of 10,000 operations at a comprehensive cancer center. Retrieved from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32277400/
• Raz, D. et al. (2019, September 13). Caring for the informal cancer caregiver. Retrieved from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31157656/