Kenneth C. Petruk, Neurosurgeon
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Kenneth C. Petruk

Neurosurgeon

8440 112th Street Edmonton Alberta, T5H 4M6
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Kenneth C. Petruk, MD, PhD, FRCPS(C), works at Neurosurgical Associates in Edmonton, Alberta.  Having 35 years of experience as a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Petruk has excelled in many areas of his medical field.  He has published approximately 50 peer reviewed journal articles, as well as 5 chapters in medical books.  When Dr. Petruk is not working at the practice, he could be found speaking or lecturing about his research on mechanisms involved in cancer cell apoptosis, anticancer vaccines (dendritic cell / immunoadjuvant therapies for malignant gliomas and melanomas) and erythropoietin therapy in severe traumatic brain injury.  Having received the Leonard Tow Humanism Award in Medicine from Columbia University in 2011, exemplifies Dr. Petruk's dedication to his work and patients.

Education and Training

University of Alberta

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 57 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

Molecular Biology ResearchNeuro Oncology

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Local, Regional, National, and International Academic Speaking and Lecturing on his Research Findings -

Awards

  • The Leonard Tow Humanism Award in Medicine from Columbia University in 2011   

Internships

  • Royal Alexandra Hospital

Fellowships

  • University of Alberta

Articles and Publications

  • Has Published Approximately 50 Peer Reviewed Journal Articles and 5 Book Chapters

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Being very fortunate to have two superior mentors, one focused on interpersonal relationships and the other focused on Academics and productivity.

Hobbies / Sports

  • Hiking, Playing and Watching Hockey, Tennis, Blues and Jazz Music

Favorite professional publications

  • Cell, Nature, Science, Translational Medicine, Cancer Cell

Kenneth C. Petruk's Practice location

8440 112th Street -
Edmonton, Alberta T5H 4M6
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