Yelena Y. Janjigian, MD
Gastrointestinal Medical Oncologist
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Areas of Expertise
My Specialties
- Gastrointestinal Malignancies
- New Chemotherapies
- Esophageal and Gastric Cancers
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About Me
- Chief, Gastrointestinal Oncology Service
I am a medical oncologist who cares for people with cancers of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. My clinical practice and research are focused on improving outcomes for people with esophageal and stomach cancers.
When patients first meet with me, they are often scared and have many questions. They usually want to know about their treatment options, chances for survival, and how their quality of life will be affected. I take the time to answer their questions clearly and honestly. My goal is to work with them to create the best possible care plan for their specific needs and preferences. I want my patients to leave our consultation feeling confident that they are in good hands.
As Chief of the Gastrointestinal Oncology Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), I lead a dedicated team of experienced and compassionate physicians. My mission is to encourage research and the development of new therapies to help patients worldwide.
A gastrointestinal (GAS-troh-in-TES-tih-nul) oncologist is a cancer doctor with special training in the gastrointestinal (GI) system. This includes anal, colorectal, esophageal, gastric (stomach), liver, and pancreatic cancers, as well as GI stromal tumors and neuroendocrine tumors.
My Specialties
- Gastrointestinal Malignancies
- New Chemotherapies
- Esophageal and Gastric Cancers
Education
- MD, New York University School of Medicine
Residencies
- Internal Medicine - New York University School of Medicine/Bellevue Hospital
Fellowships
- Hematology/Oncology - Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine
- Medical Oncology
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Federal Government
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PPO, POS, EPO, HMO
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State Government
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Contact and Location
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Colleagues
Doctors at Memorial Sloan Kettering work as teams, with specialists from all different areas. This allows us to consider all your needs together, and to give you the best possible care.
Clinical Trials
- Clinical Trials Investigated by Dr. Janjigian
- A Phase 2 Study of AgenT-797 Plus Botensilimab, Balstilimab, Ramucirumab, and Paclitaxel for People With Esophageal, Gastric, or Gastro-esophageal Junction Cancers
- A Phase 2 Study of Pembrolizumab Immunotherapy With Trastuzumab and Chemotherapy in People With Esophagogastric Cancer
- A Phase 3 Study of Domvanalimab, Zimberelimab, and Chemotherapy Versus Nivolumab and Chemotherapy in People with Previously Untreated Inoperable or Metastatic Stomach, Gastroesophageal Junction, or Esophageal Cancer
- A Phase I Study of TST001 in People with Locally Advanced or Metastatic Digestive Cancers
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- A Phase IB/II Study of Trastuzumab Deruxtecan in People with Advanced Gastric Cancer or Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer
- A Phase II Study of Domvanalimab and Zimberelimab Immunotherapy with or without FOLFOX Chemotherapy in People with Esophageal, Gastroesophageal Junction, or Stomach Cancer
- Clinical Trials Co-Investigated by Dr. Janjigian
- A Phase 1 Study of BI 3706674 in People With Gastric and Esophageal Cancers
- A Phase 1 Study of EO-3021 in People With Advanced Esophagogastric Cancers
- A Phase 1 Study of HRO761 for People With Advanced Solid Tumors
- A Phase 3 Study of Bemarituzumab plus Chemotherapy and Nivolumab Immunotherapy in People with Stomach or Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer
- A Phase II Study of Amivantamab in People with Esophagogastric Cancer
Memorial Sloan Kettering's doctors and scientists are constantly developing new treatments for cancer. MSK is typically running hundreds of clinical trials at a given time.
You may be able to participate in a clinical trial even if you are new to MSK. Search our online directory to find trial information and see more about who can participate.
Search clinical trialsResearch and Publications
Janjigian YY, Kawazoe A, Yañez P, Li N, Lonardi S, Kolesnik O, Barajas O, Bai Y, Shen L, Tang Y, Wyrwicz LS, Xu J, Shitara K, Qin S, Van Cutsem E, Tabernero J, Li L, Shah S, Bhagia P, Chung HC. The KEYNOTE-811 trial of dual PD-1 and HER2 blockade in HER2-positive gastric cancer. Nature. 2021 Dec;600(7890):727-730. doi: 10.1038/s41586-021-04161-3. Epub 2021 Dec 15. PMID: 34912120; PMCID: PMC8959470.
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Disclosures
Doctors and faculty members often work with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology, and life sciences companies, and other organizations outside of MSK, to find safe and effective cancer treatments, to improve patient care, and to educate the health care community.
MSK requires doctors and faculty members to report (“disclose”) the relationships and financial interests they have with external entities. As a commitment to transparency with our community, we make that information available to the public.
Yelena Y. Janjigian discloses the following relationships and financial interests:
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AbbVie
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Agence Unik
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American Association for Cancer Research
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Arcus Biosciences, Inc.
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AskGene Pharma, Inc.
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Astellas
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AstraZeneca
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Bayer
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Bristol-Myers Squibb
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Canadian Gastric Cancer Association
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Clinical Care Options
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Daiichi Sankyo
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GlaxoSmithKline
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Guardant Health, Inc.
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Mayo Clinic
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Merck & Co Inc.
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PeerView Institute for Medical Education (PVI)
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PlatformQ Health Education
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Research to Practice
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Rgenix
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