Christopher D. M. Fletcher
Christopher D. M. Fletcher
Christopher D. M. Fletcher (pronunciation: /ˈkrɪstəfər dɪˈem ˈflɛtʃər/) is a renowned pathologist specializing in the study of soft tissue tumors. His extensive research and contributions to the field have made him a leading figure in pathology.
Etymology
The name Christopher is of Greek origin, derived from the Greek name Χριστόφορος (Christophoros). The name means "bearing Christ" or "Christ-bearer". It is a combination of two Greek words: Χριστός (Christos), meaning "Christ" or "Anointed One" and φέρειν (pherein), meaning "to bear" or "to carry". The initials D. M. and the surname Fletcher do not have a known etymology.
Career
Christopher D. M. Fletcher is a Professor of Pathology at Harvard Medical School and the Chief of Onco-Pathology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. He is known for his work on the classification of soft tissue tumors and has authored numerous articles and books on the subject. His research has significantly contributed to the understanding and treatment of various types of cancer.
Related Terms
- Pathology: The scientific study of the causes and effects of diseases, especially the branch of medicine that deals with the laboratory examination of samples of body tissue for diagnostic or forensic purposes.
- Soft Tissue Tumor: A type of tumor that occurs in the soft tissues of the body, such as the muscles, tendons, fat, blood vessels, lymph vessels, nerves, and tissues around joints.
- Onco-Pathology: A branch of pathology that deals with tumors and cancer. It involves the diagnosis of cancer through the examination of cells and tissue samples.
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute: A comprehensive cancer treatment and research center in Boston, Massachusetts. It is a principal teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School.
- Harvard Medical School: One of the graduate schools of Harvard University. It is among the most prestigious medical schools in the United States.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Christopher D. M. Fletcher
- Wikipedia's article - Christopher D. M. Fletcher
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