Allan Tsung, MD is a Charlottesville-based academic surgeon and the Chair of Surgery at the University of Virginia, a leading academic medical center. He plays a key role in department leadership, clinical innovation, and translational cancer research.
Dr. Tsung is a surgical oncologist specializing in liver, bile duct, and pancreatic cancers, with expertise in robotic and minimally invasive techniques. With a background in biochemistry from Cornell University and medical training at SUNY Downstate (summa cum laude), Dr. Tsung brings a scientific foundation to his clinical work. He was a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research Scholar at the NIH, an experience that shaped his path as a physician-scientist.
Dr. Tsung's leadership in academic surgery reflects a deep commitment to mentorship, research excellence, and building meaningful connections between patients and innovative cancer care. His work has generated more than 360 peer-reviewed publications and continuous NIH funding.