Dr. Sarah Chen

Dr. Sarah Chen

Director of Advanced Leukemia Program

Lurie Children's Hospital

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Pediatric ALL CAR-T Cell Therapy Immunotherapy

Biography

Dr. Chen is a leading researcher in pediatric leukemia, specializing in CAR-T cell therapies for relapsed patients. She has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles and led multiple clinical trials that have transformed treatment for children with relapsed leukemia. Her research focuses on improving the safety and efficacy of CAR-T cell therapy while expanding access to these life-saving treatments. She is committed to ensuring that all children, regardless of their background, have access to the latest advances in leukemia treatment.

Education

  • MD, PhD Harvard Medical School (2010)
  • Residency Boston Children's Hospital (2014)
  • Fellowship St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (2017)

Awards & Honors

  • • ASCO Young Investigator Award
  • • LLS Scholar Award
  • • Pediatric Oncology Excellence Award