Susan LeGrand, M.D.
| Appointed: |
1998 |
| Gender: |
Female |
| Languages: |
English |
Solid Tumor Oncology
Center for Geriatric Medicine (old)
Biographical Sketch
A native of South Carolina, Susan LeGrand, MD, joined Cleveland Clinic's pioneering Palliative Medicine program in 1998. Prior to this, she had a solo oncology practice in North Carolina. She received her undergraduate and medical education at the University of South Carolina, graduating cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa. She received the Behavioral Sciences Award in her first year of medical school. Dr. LeGrand is board-certified in internal medicine, medical oncology and hospice and palliative medicine. She was elected a Fellow of the American College of Physicians in 2002.
Dr. LeGrand has been a leader in palliative medicine fellowship education, co-chairing a workgroup to develop standards for fellowship training. She spearheaded the development of a Forum for Program Directors under the auspices of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine and chaired that group through its infancy. She is a Master Facilitator for the Education in Palliative and End of Life Care program and was the palliative medicine representative on the Robert Wood Johnson Workgroup to improve end-of-life care for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
Dr. LeGrand is a frequent guest lecturer and presenter at national and international meetings on subjects related to palliative medicine and supportive care in cancer. She has authored or co-authored numerous articles and chapters on these topics.
Professional Highlights
- Fellow, American College of Physicians
Education & Fellowships
| Medical School: | University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia, SC |
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| Internship: | University of Texas Affiliated Hospitals, Internal Medicine, Houston, TX |
| Residency: | University of Texas Affiliated Hospitals, Medicine, Houston, TX |
| Fellowship: | University of Arizona Cancer Center, Medical Oncology, Tucson, AZ |
| Other Education: | (Undergraduate) University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC |
Certifications
Medical Oncology
Internal Medicine
Specialty Interests
Palliative medicine, breast cancer, myeloma.
Professional Memberships
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
- American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine
- Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer
- American Psychosocial Oncology Society
- International Psycho-Oncology Society
Specializes in Diseases and Conditions
Specializes in Services
Industry Relationships
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Consulting. Dr. LeGrand receives fees of $5,000 or more per year as a paid consultant or speaker for the following companies:
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