CONTACT INFORMATIONBIOGRAPHYCREDENTIALSAWARDSPUBLICATIONSJainulabdeen J. Ifthikharuddin, M.D.Contact InformationPhone NumbersAppointment: (585) 275-5823Administrative: (585) 276-3355Fax: (585) 273-1042A member of the University of Rochester Medical Faculty GroupgroupAn Accountable Health PartnerassignmentAccepting New PatientsLocationsJames P. Wilmot Cancer Center601 Elmwood AveRochester, NY 14642Faculty AppointmentsProfessor of Clinical Medicine - Department of Medicine , Hematology/Oncology (SMD) Patient Care SettingCancerBiographyAs an oncologist, my goal is to deliver high-quality, comprehensive and compassionate care that is suited to each patient's unique needs. I have a special interest in the treatment of multiple myeloma and other plasma cell dyscrasias. In addition to my clinical and teaching responsibilities, I am an active participant in several myeloma-related clinical trials. Conditions I Treat - Myeloma - Monoclonal gammopathies - AmyloidosisProfessional BackgroundDr. Ifthikharuddin has a special interest in the treatment of multiple myeloma and other plasma cell dyscrasias. He graduated from the Madras Medical College, India, followed by additional training in the United Kingdom, culminating in diplomas from the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) and Hematology (MRC Path). He subsequently completed residency training in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at The University of Rochester and joined the faculty in the year 2000. He is board certified in Hematology. In addition to clinical and teaching responsibilities, he is an active participant in several clinical trials.ResearchDr. Ifthikharuddin has a special interest in the treatment of multiple myeloma and other plasma cell dyscrasias. He graduated from the Madras Medical College, India, followed by additional training in the United Kingdom, culminating in diplomas from the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) and Hematology (MRC Path). He subsequently completed residency training in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at The University of Rochester and joined the faculty in the year 2000. He is board certified in Hematology. In addition to clinical and teaching responsibilities, he is an active participant in several clinical trials.CredentialsEducation1985MBBS | Madras Medical College (India)Post-doctoral Training & Residency08/07/1996 - 08/06/1999Fellowship in Hematology & Oncology at University of Rochester Medical Center08/10/1994 - 08/06/1996Residency in Internal Medicine at University of Rochester Medical Center04/26/1985 - 04/25/1986Internship at Madras Medical College And Government General Hospital (India)VIEW ALL expand_moreAwards2004Best Teacher AwardSponsor: Hematology/Oncology Fellowship ProgramLocation: University of Rochester Medical Center1999AMGEN Fellowship GrantSponsor: AMGEN1997Strong Memorial Hospital Innovative Improvement ProgramSponsor: Strong Memorial HospitalLocation: Strong Memorial HospitalAd hoc manuscript reviewerSponsor: Journal - Blood Cells, Molecules and DiseasesAd hoc manuscript reviewerSponsor: Journal - Thrombosis ResearchVIEW ALL expand_morePublicationsJournal Articles2013Liesveld JL, O'Dwyer K, Walker A, Becker MW, Ifthikaruddin JJ, Mulford D, Chen R, Bechelli J, Roswell K, Minhajuddin M, Jordan CT, Phillips Gl 2nd. "A phase I study of decitabine and rapamycin in relapsed/refractory AML". Leukemia Research. 2013; 37(12): 1662-7.2011Milner LA; Becker MW; Bernstein SH; Bruckner L; Friedberg JW; Holland GA; Ifthikharuddin JJ; LIesveld JL; Mathes EJ; Mechel HL; Mullen CA; Sasson T; Phillips GL 2nd. "Intra-arterial methylprednisolone for the management of steroid-refractory acute gastrointestinal and hepatic graft versus host disease". Am J Hematology. 2011; 86(8): 712-714.2011Liesveld JL; Rosell KE; Bechelli J; Lu C; Messina P; Mulford D; Ifthikharuddin JJ; Jordan CT; Phillips GL 2nd. "Proteasome inhibition in myelodysplastic syndromes and acute myelogeneous leukemia cell lines". Cancer Invest. 2011; 29(7): 438-450.Books & Chapters1999 Chapter Title: Introduction-Type C oncoviruses including human T-cell lymphotropic types I and II Book Title: Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases Author List: Ifthikharuddin, JJ; Rosenblatt, JD Edited By: Mandell, GL; Bennett, JE; Dolin, R Published By: Churchill Livingston 1999 in New YorkVIEW ALL PUBLICATIONSClose WindowSchedule an appointment with Jainulabdeen J. Ifthikharuddin, M.D.Please answer the following questions to help us find the right appointment for you.Important: If you believe that you have a medical or psychiatric emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. This website is not intended for emergency care.Have you seen this provider in the last 2 years?YesNoExisting Patient Schedule or request a follow up appointment online through MyChart. If you do not have a MyChart account, please close this window and call the appointment phone number. Jainulabdeen J. 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