Laura Bukavina, MD, MPH
Treatment & Services
- Adrenalectomy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Dissection
- Neobladder Reconstruction
- Nephroureterectomy
- Orchiectomy
- Partial Nephrectomy
- Radical Cystectomy
- Radical Nephrectomy
- Radical Prostatectomy
- Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection
- Robotic Cystectomy
- Robotic Surgery
- Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumor (TURBT)
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Adrenal Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Hereditary Renal Cell Carcinoma
- Kidney Cancer
- Penile Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Retroperitoneal Sarcoma
- Testicular Cancer
- Urethral Cancer
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View All PlansAbout Laura Bukavina, MD, MPH
Dr. Bukavina is an assistant professor of Urologic Oncology at Cleveland Clinic Glickman Urologic Institute, and translational science lead in GU oncology at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine. Dr. Bukavina completed her training at Case Western Reserve School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in urologic oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center. In addition to her surgical training, she holds a master's degree in epidemiology from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and a master's degree in immunology and molecular genetics from Drexel. Her educational background reflects her commitment to both surgery and cancer research.
Dr. Bukavina is a recipient of multiple grants and awards for her dedication to bladder and kidney cancer research, including the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Data for Action, Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network Young Investigator, American Urologic Association (AUA) Research Scholar and Society of Women in Urology (SWIU) Elizabeth Pickett Award. She has been recognized for her research evaluating the interplay between genetics, microbiome, and tumor microenvironment. Further, her recognition by the American Association of Cancer Research (AACR) as one of the Top Women in Cancer Research underscores her standing as a pioneering figure among women cancer surgeon scientists.
She serves as an associate editor of European Urology and a member of the editorial board for Urology Times. She also serves on the International Bladder Cancer Network committee and as an expert for kidney cancer for the Society of Immunotherapy of Cancer, underscoring her commitment to advancing research and innovation in bladder and kidney cancer.
Dr. Bukavina is committed to enhancing bladder cancer treatment by pioneering surgical innovations, such as enhancing neobladder procedures and pelvic floor reconstruction with nerve preservation. Additionally, she has extensive experience in hereditary renal cell carcinoma and renal preservation for both primary and recurrent kidney cancer.
On a personal note, Dr. Bukavina's philanthropy is dedicated to providing reconstructive and oncology care in Ukraine. She regularly assists both veterans and refugees with these needs. She has participated in multiple surgical missions to enhance urological care abroad.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2024
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - Drexel University
Immunology and Molecular Genetics-
Philadelphia,
PA
2024
Fellowship - Fox Chase Cancer Center
Urologic Oncology
Philadelphia,
PA
2023
Residency - Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Case Medical Center
Urology
Cleveland,
OH United States
2021
Graduate School - John Hopkins University
Baltimore,
MD United States
2017
Residency - Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Case Medical Center
General Surgery
Cleveland,
OH
2016
Internship - Summa Health
Internal Medicine
Akron,
OH
2014
Medical Education - Northeast Ohio Medical University College of Medicine
Rootstown,
OH
2013
Undergraduate - Cleveland State University
Biology
Cleveland,
OH
2007
Certifications
- Urology
Research & Publications
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