Hong Zhang
Professor
University of Texas
USA
Biography
Dr. Amy Hong Zhang, M.D., Ph. D., is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology in University of Texas-M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX, specializing on breast cancer pathology. Prior to joining UT-MDACC, Dr. Zhang was an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology in the Baylor College of Medicine from 2006 to 2009. Dr. Zhang is an American Board certified practicing pathologist since 2003. Dr. Zhang has expertise in diagnosing breast cancer and the interpretation of the biomarkers relevant to breast cancer for patient care. Dr. Zhang is also actively participating in clinical teaching for the residents/fellows on surgical pathology. As an independent laboratory researcher, Dr. Zhang supervises research scientists and trainees on translational and laboratory research working on the characterization and development of new molecules significant for breast tumorigenesis. Her academic activities in recent years have led to a series of first author, co-author and senior author publications in recognized peer-reviewed journals.
Research Interest
As a practicing pathologist and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology at M. D. Anderson with a focus on breast cancer, I have expertise in diagnosing breast cancer and the interpretation of the biomarkers relevant to breast cancer. In addition, my Ph.D. training background provided me with broader experience and interest. As an independent laboratory researcher, I work with trainees in my laboratory on the characterization and development of new molecules significant for breast tumorigenesis.