Jay C. Shiao, M.D., MPH, MSc

Assistant Professor, Radiation Oncology
jshiao2@kumc.eduProfessional Background
Dr. Jay Shiao, a radiation oncologist is an expert in the management of genitourinary and gynecologic cancers and is a national leader in the American Brachytherapy Society. His research focuses on brachytherapy, developing education curriculums, and big data. Dr. Shiao joined the KU Cancer Center in October 2022 and is excited to contribute to the excellent patient care, clinical research, and extensive education opportunities. He believes in providing patient centered care with multidisciplinary cancer medicine concordant with the patient’s values to achieve the best possible outcome. Clinical Focus• Genitourinary cancers, including prostate cancer, bladder cancer, testicular cancer, kidney cancer• Gynecologic cancers, including cervical cancer, endometrial cancer, vulvar cancer, vaginal cancer• Stereotactic ablative radiation (SABR/SBRT) and stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS)• Brachytherapy Dr. Shiao grew up in Plano, TX, and attended Northwestern University for his undergraduate degree. He returned to Texas for medical school in San Antonio, and after discovering his passion for radiation oncology, obtained a Masters in Radiation Biology at Oxford University. He completed residency at the University of Colorado and sought additional training in brachytherapy at UCLA.
Education and Training
- BS, BS , Northwestern University, Evanston , Illinois
- MD, Doctor of Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio , San Antonio , Texas
- MSC, Masters in Radiation Biology, University of Oxford, Oxford , England
- Residency, Radiation Oncology , University of Colorado , Denver, Colorado
Licensure, Accreditations & Certifications
- Kansas License, University of Kansas Health System
- Missouri BNDD License, University of Kansas Health System
Research
Overview
Dr. Jay Shiao, a radiation oncologist, believes that the best care starts with building strong relationships with patients and understanding their personalized needs, as cancer diagnoses can be overwhelming and complex. He prides himself on his empathy and optimism as demonstrated by his nomination in the Gold Humanism Honor Society. He is passionate about providing patient-centered, multidisciplinary oncology care using state-of-the-art treatment techniques. His areas of interest include the treatment of a variety of cancers, including genitourinary, gynecologic and gastrointestinal malignancies and palliative radiation therapy. He has extensive experience in brachytherapy for cervical, endometrial and prostate cancer. Dr. Shiao joined The University of Kansas Cancer Center as an assistant professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology. He graduated from the University of Texas San Antonio medical school, followed by residency in radiation oncology at the University of Colorado, where he served as chief resident in 2022. He chose to get additional training in brachytherapy at the University of California Los Angeles. In his free time, Dr. Shiao enjoys spending time outdoors with his partner and cuddling his two cats.