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Michael J. Birrer, M.D., Ph.D. Medical Oncologist

Primary Appointment Location

Women’s Cancer Clinic — Gynecology
449 Jack Stephens Drive
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-296-1200
New Patients
501-686-8522
Returning Patients
View Location

Overview

Areas of Expertise
Cancer Care
Gynecologic Cancer Care
Accepting New Patients
Yes
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.9 out of 5
35 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
11 comments
Michael J. Birrer, M.D., Ph.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Academic Background
  • Research
  • Conditions
  • Treatments & Procedures
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Birrer

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

About Dr. Birrer

Clinical Biography

Dr. Birrer is vice chancellor and director of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at UAMS. He specializes in gynecologic cancers.

Dr. Birrer's Academic Background

Academic Biography

Birrer completed his medical degree and doctorate of philosophy in 1982 in the Medical Scientist Training Program at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. Following a medical internship and residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, Birrer entered the Medical Oncology Fellowship program at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland. After his fellowship, Birrer was appointed senior investigator (with tenure) and established the molecular mechanism section in the Division of Cancer Prevention and Control. His clinical interests include ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer and cervical cancer.

In 2008, Birrer was appointed professor of medicine at the Harvard School of Medicine and assumed the position of director for both Gynecologic Medical Oncology at Massachusetts General Hospital and the Gynecologic Oncology Research Program at the Dana Farber/Harvard Cancer Center.

In 2017, he accepted the position of director of the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he served as professor of medicine, pathology and OB-GYN. He served as chair and chair emeritus of the Department of Defense Ovarian Cancer Research Program, chair of the Committee for Experimental Medicine of the Gynecologic Oncology Group, chair of the Translational Science Working Group of the Gynecologic Cancer Intergroup, and a member of the Gynecologic Cancer Steering Committee.

Education and Training

Fellowship
National Cancer Institute (Bethesda, Md.)
Medical Oncology
Residency
Massachusetts General Hospital
Internship
Massachusetts General Hospital
Graduate School
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Doctor of Philosophy
Medical School
Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Dr. Birrer's Research

Recognized nationally and internationally as an expert in gynecologic oncology, Birrer’s primary research interest is in characterizing the genomics of gynecologic cancers to improve the clinical management of these diseases. Birrer has approximately 400 publications, including peer-reviewed manuscripts, book chapters and review articles.

Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Birrer

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Cervical Cancer
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Uterine/Endometrial Cancer
  • Vulvar Cancer

Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Birrer

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Chemotherapy
  • Hormone Therapy
  • Immunotherapy

Dr. Birrer's Areas of Expertise

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Cancer Care

The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is Arkansas’ most comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility.

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Gynecology Cancer

Gynecologic Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)

Our doctors provide compassionate support and comprehensive treatment options for all types of gynecologic cancers.

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Locations Where Dr. Birrer Practices

Gynecology Cancer

Women’s Cancer Clinic — Gynecology , Primary Location

449 Jack Stephens Drive
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-296-1200
New Patients
501-686-8522
Returning Patients
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Recommend Provider
4.9 out of 5
Listened Carefully
5.0 out of 5
Knew Important Medical History
4.7 out of 5
Gave Enough Information about Health and Treatment
4.8 out of 5
Trust Provider
5.0 out of 5

Overall: 4.9 out of 5

(35 Ratings, 11 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Professional, brief, informative, supportive, positive, alert

Date

May 25, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

I so appreciate the time that Dr. Birrer spent with me and his recommendations.

Date

May 18, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

Always thankful to be able to access Dr. Birrer via virtual appointment. Appreciate his willingness to work with so many people with MMMT.

Date

May 11, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

Was a good experience and gave us confidence that our local Oncologist's treatment plan is as per latest avaialable guidelines for such cases.

Date

Apr 27, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

My sister says I'm not honest about how I'm really doing. I've been guilty of a lot of upper leg thigh pain. Today, flexiril really helped. The doctor gave good ideas.

Date

Mar 9, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

I am glad to have a video conference with doctor for 2nd Opinion.

Date

Feb 2, 2022
More Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Birrer

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

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