Michelle Hermiston, PhD
Pediatric hematologist-oncologist
Bone marrow transplant specialist
Director, Pediatric Immunotherapy Program
Runner and camper
Dr. Michelle L. Hermiston is a specialist in caring for children with blood diseases, including cancers of the blood. In research, she has a special interest in defining the underlying mechanisms in the development of lymphoid malignancies, including leukemia and lymphoma.
Hermiston earned her medical degree and a doctorate in developmental biology at Washington State University. She completed a residency in pediatrics and a fellowship in pediatric hematology and oncology at UCSF before joining the faculty in 2002. She also participated in a medical scientist training program at Washington University and in the UCSF Molecular Medicine Research Fellowship Program.
Hermiston is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Society of Hematology and American Academy of Pediatrics.
