Christopher I. McHugh, MD, PhD
Originally from Livonia, Michigan, Dr. Christopher McHugh attended the University of Michigan where he received his degree in biochemistry. Following his undergraduate studies, he enrolled in the combined MD/PhD program at Wayne State University.
As a graduate student, he worked in the laboratory of Dr. Anthony Shields and studied the use of positron emission tomography (PET) imaging as a method for monitoring the response of cancer to chemotherapy. The focus of his dissertation was on the utilization of a thymidine analog PET tracer to image the suppressive effect of glucocorticoids in non-small cell lung cancer. During his medical training, he participated in medical mission trips to Peru and Ecuador, and spent a month working in clinics in rural Bolivia.
Dr. McHugh’s research interests include intraoperative imaging and the development of sustainable models for international medical relief.
Education
Undergraduate School
University of Michigan (Biochemistry)
Medical School
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Graduate School
Wayne State University School of Medicine (PhD in Cancer Biology)