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Youssef Zeidan, M.D., Ph.D. is a radiation oncologist at Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, part of Baptist Health. Dr. Zeidan specializes in treating breast cancer, brain and spine tumors, gastrointestinal cancers, and soft tissue sarcomas. Dr. Zeidan joined Lynn Cancer Institute from the American University of Beirut, where he served as residency program director and associate professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology. He received his dual M.D./Ph.D. degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. This was followed by four years of residency training in radiation oncology at Stanford University, where he served as chief resident. He was then appointed an assistant professor of radiation oncology at the University of Miami. Dr. Zeidan has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed publications in the field, focusing on tailored radiotherapy options. He received several grants and awards from the radiological society of North America (RSNA) and the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO). His work was recognized by the Young Leader Award from the Union for International Cancer Control. Dr. Zeidan approaches cancer care by taking the time to understand each patient’s social and psychological perspectives. He believes this is key for developing a successful treatment plan. When he is not treating patients, Dr. Zeidan enjoys spending time with family and friends, attending community events, visiting historical sites and reading.

Matthen Mathew, M.D., is a board-certified medical oncologist at the Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute, part of Baptist Health, at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, with expertise in lung cancer, head and neck cancer, and benign hematology. Before joining Baptist Health, Dr. Mathew was an assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Hematology-Oncology, Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons at Columbia University. Dr. Mathew earned his medical degree at University of Florida College of Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where he was selected to be chief resident. He then completed fellowship training in hematology and medical oncology at New York Presbyterian Hospital/ColumbiaUniversity Medical Center, where he was appointed chief fellow. In addition to his clinical expertise, Dr. Mathew has extensive experience in clinical trials research and immuno-oncology. He has been the site principal investigator for large, national cooperative group studies and has also designed and implemented trials focused on advancing new and more effective treatments for patients. He is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mathew believes a multidisciplinary approach to treatment is crucial for cancer care. His approach to patient care involves working together with the rest of the cancer care team — from surgeons to social workers — to ensure that patients have a strong support network during treatment. In his free time, Dr. Mathew enjoys spending time with his wife and three sons. His favorite activities include going to the beach, playing tennis and golfing.

Michael Kasper, M.D., FACRO, is a board-certified radiation oncologist at the Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, part of Baptist Health. He is also the medical director of the institutes radiation oncology. Dr. Kasper served on Floridas Cancer Control and Advisory Board from 2004 to 2010 after receiving appointments from both Governors Jeb Bush and Charlie Crist. He served as chair from 2005 to 2008.He is an affiliate assistant professor at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine and served on the national board of directors for the American Cancer Society from 2010-2014. He is a reviewer for multiple journals, published numerous articles and given international seminars and lectures on prostate and skin cancer. Dr. Kasper earned a healthcare hero award for advocacy work that led to smoke-free workplaces in Florida. He has participated in numerous clinical trials that help bring Lynn Cancer Institute to the forefront in radiation oncology breakthroughs.Dr. Kaspers approach to patient care is to partner in his patients journey back to health by learning about individuals and understanding their needs and expectations. He works to educate patients about their disease, treatment options, side effects and alternatives, believing that empathy is a critical feature of the therapeutic process.When he is not seeing patients, Dr. Kasper enjoys spending time with family, exercising and playing the guitar.