Dr. Chetan Vakkalagadda is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and medical oncologist in his second year on faculty at OHSU, specializing in lung cancer care. After earning his MD from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, he completed his residency and fellowship training at Northwestern, developing expertise in medical oncology with a focus on advancing patient outcomes. As site PI for multiple clinical trials, Dr. Vakkalagadda is actively involved in research exploring novel biomarkers and improving quality-of-care strategies, contributing to the evolving landscape of lung cancer treatment.

At the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, he serves on the protocol review committee and chairs the oncology grand rounds committee. He is a core member of the multidisciplinary lung cancer program, working alongside thoracic surgeons, radiation oncologists, and other specialists in the weekly multi-D lung cancer clinic to bring a collaborative and patient-centered approach to care. His commitment to advancing lung cancer treatment remains deeply rooted in research, leadership, and continuous learning.