Frederico Xavier
About Frederico Xavier
Frederico Xavier is an Associate Professor at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, specializing in pediatric hematology and oncology. He has extensive experience in clinical fellowships and has held various positions in notable medical institutions since earning his Doctor of Medicine degree in 1997.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Frederico Xavier has served as an Associate Professor at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2017. His role involves teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, as well as engaging in clinical practice. The hospital is recognized for its pediatric care and research initiatives, providing a collaborative environment for healthcare professionals.
Education and Expertise
Frederico Xavier earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from Universidade Estadual de Campinas, completing his studies from 1992 to 1997. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master’s degree in Clinical Research from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis between 2012 and 2014. His educational background supports his expertise in pediatric hematology and oncology.
Professional Background
Frederico Xavier has a diverse professional background in pediatric medicine. He completed his Pediatrics Residency at Universidade Estadual de Campinas from 1998 to 2001 and continued his training with a Pediatrics Residency at Long Island College Hospital from 2004 to 2005. He has held various clinical fellowship positions, including Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Pediatric Thrombosis/Haemostasis at The Hospital for Sick Children.
Previous Positions in Pediatric Medicine
Prior to his current position, Frederico Xavier worked at several notable institutions. He served as a Pediatric Hematologist at Indiana Hemophilia & Thrombosis Center, Inc. from 2011 to 2014. He also held the position of Director of Pediatric Hematology at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center from 2014 to 2017, where he contributed to the development of pediatric hematology services.
Clinical Fellowship Experience
Frederico Xavier has completed multiple clinical fellowships that have shaped his career in pediatric medicine. He spent three years in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital from 2007 to 2010 and one year in Pediatric Thrombosis/Haemostasis at The Hospital for Sick Children from 2010 to 2011. He also completed a four-year fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at Graacc - Grupo de Apoio ao Adolescente e à Criança com Câncer from 2001 to 2005.