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Division of Hematology & Oncology Department of Medicine in the College of Medicine
Dina Khalaf

Dina Khalaf, MD

CLIN ASO PROF

Department: MD-HEMATOLOGY-ONCOLOGY
Business Phone: (352) 273-7832
Business Email: dina.khalaf@medicine.ufl.edu

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About Dina Khalaf

My journey into medicine began in seventh-grade biology, sparking a deep desire to help others. While I was always drawn to science, witnessing a loved one’s battle with cancer solidified my passion for oncology. Compassionate, knowledgeable physicians inspired me to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives, especially in their most vulnerable moments. During my training, I developed a strong interest in malignant hematology. I was captivated by the complexity of myeloid malignancies and the rapid advancements shaping the field, further deepening my commitment to oncology.

I find immense fulfillment in providing leading-edge, personalized treatments while actively involving patients in decision-making. My passion extends to medical education and research, where I strive to enhance leukemia management. What truly strengthened my commitment was the profound relationships I formed with my patients — walking alongside them, holding their hands in their journeys, offering hope and applying advanced therapies to improve outcomes. I remain dedicated to pushing the boundaries of leukemia treatment while mentoring future hematologists.

I treat every patient like family, ensuring they understand their diagnosis, treatment options and outcomes while respecting their autonomy. I remain thorough, educated and inquisitive to provide the highest quality care. It is an honor to support my patients closely, offering the best guidance and compassion I can.

Outside of medicine, I enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and exploring Gainesville’s natural beauty. Recently, I’ve taken up learning to play the drums, embracing new challenges in my work and personal life.

Teaching Profile

Courses Taught

  1. BMS6631 – Hematology

    College of Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada
    Medical Council of Canada

Clinical Profile

Specialties

  • Cancer
  • Hematology and Oncology

Areas of Interest

  • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia – Adult
  • Aplastic Anemia
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)
  • Essential Thrombocythemia
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Polycythemia Vera

Research Profile

Areas of Interest

  • Acute myeloid leukemia
  • Clonal hematopoiesis
  • Frailty assessment and tailoring
  • Myelodysplastic syndromes
  • Myeloid malignancies secondary to genetic predisposition
  • New molecules and investigational drugs in myeloid malignancies

Grants

  1. A Randomized Phase II Study of Venetoclax and HMA-Based Therapies for the Treatment of Older and Unfit Adults with Newly Diagnosed FLT3-Mutated Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)

    Active

    Role:
    Principal Investigator
    Funding:
    NRG ONCOLOGY FOU via NATL INST OF HLTH NCI

  2. A MyeloMATCH Treatment Trial: A Randomized Phase II Trial of Enasidenib-Based Therapies Versus Cedazuridine-Decitabine in Higher-Risk IDH2 Mutated Myelodysplastic Syndrome

    Active

    Role:
    Principal Investigator
    Funding:
    NRG ONCOLOGY FOU via NATL INST OF HLTH NCI

  3. Master Screening and Reassessment Protocol (MSRP) for the NCI MYELOMATCH Trials

    Active

    Role:
    Principal Investigator
    Funding:
    NRG ONCOLOGY FOU via NATL INST OF HLTH NCI

  4. LLS funding for Improving risk assessment of AML with a precision genomic strategy to assess mutation clearance

    Active

    Role:
    Principal Investigator
    Funding:
    BLOOD CANCER UNITED

  5. A Randomized Phase II Trial of Consolidation Therapy Following CD19 CAR T-Cell Treatment for Relapsed/Refractory Large B-Cell Lymphoma or Grade IIIB Follicular Lymphoma

    Role:
    Principal Investigator
    Funding:
    NRG ONCOLOGY FOU via NATL INST OF HLTH NCI

Education

  1. Fellowship, Malignant Hematology and Leukemia

    University Health Network, University of Toronto

  2. Fellowship, Internal Medicine

    University Health Network, University of Toronto

  3. Master’s Degree, Malignant Hematology

    Cairo University

  4. Residency,Hematology-Oncology

    National Cancer Institute, Cairo University

  5. Medical Degree

    Ain Shams University School of Medicine

Contact Details

Phones:
Business:
(352) 273-7832
Emails:
Business:
dina.khalaf@medicine.ufl.edu
Addresses:
Business Street:
PO Box 100278
 GAINESVILLE FL 32610