Dr. Robert B. Cameron, MD

Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery

UCLA Health / David Geffen School of Medicine

Los Angeles, CA

  • Director, UCLA Mesothelioma Program
  • Chief, Division of Thoracic Surgery, West LA VA

Dr. Robert B. Cameron is among the leading authorities in mesothelioma pleurectomy/decortication whose work and published research informs MesoWatch's medical coverage. This page collects publicly available information about their role, institutional affiliations, and contributions to the field.

Areas of Expertise

  • Pleurectomy/Decortication
  • Lung-Sparing Surgery
  • VATS
  • Multimodal Treatment

Notable Contributions

  • Pioneered P/D as alternative to EPP
  • Director UCLA Comprehensive Mesothelioma Program
  • VA thoracic surgery chief

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