Kristin Limbach, M.D.
2021-2023
Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship AGME Fellow - 2 Years Hometown: Fort Washington, Pennsylvania Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine Residency (for fellows): Oregon Health & Science University Why Did You Choose City of Hope? City of Hope has all the characteristics I am looking for in surgical oncology fellowship — superb training in technical skills and clinical judgment, an extensive supportive alumni network, diverse faculty with numerous opportunities for mentorship and the benefits of training at a cancer center. Why did you choose your specialty? I have wanted to pursue a career in surgical oncology since I first started on my surgical clerkship as a third year medical student. Firstly, the care of cancer patients gives the surgeon an opportunity to build deep, longitudinal and rewarding relationships founded on trust and shared decision making. Besides giving the clinical work great value, these relationships also serve as a potent, personal motivator to push the field forward. Finally, I simply love the cases. I know that the complex, unique and elegant operations performed in surgical oncology will challenge and reward me throughout my career.