Chris Brunson, MD

Chris Y. Brunson, MD, is a board-certified hematologist and medical oncologist with over 35

years of experience in academic medicine, clinical practice, and research.





Dr. Brunson has held faculty positions at the Medical University of South Carolina and the

Veterans Administration Medical Center. Her work has consistently focused on hematology and

oncology, with special emphasis on sickle cell disease, malignant hematology, and outreach to

underserved populations.





She is an active member of several professional societies, including the American Society of

Hematology and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Throughout her career, Dr.

Brunson has participated in numerous extramural grants and research studies, contributing

significantly to advancements in sickle cell disease treatment, cancer therapies, and genetic

disease services.





Her research interests include erythropoiesis modulation in sickle cell disease, the treatment of

advanced cancers with novel agents, and the genetic characterization of hematologic conditions.

Dr. Brunson has also played a pivotal role in community outreach, previously directing adult

sickle cell clinics and promoting awareness of minority health disparities in hematology.

In addition to her research and clinical expertise, Dr. Brunson has made substantial contributions

to medical education. She has served on cancer committees, curriculum committees, and lectured

extensively to junior medical students and physician assistant programs.