David M. Waterhouse, M.D., MPH
Medical Oncology, Hematology
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David M. Waterhouse, MD, MPH, is a medical oncologist and hematologist whose specialties include lung cancer and urologic cancer. Dr. Waterhouse is passionate about cancer research and the impact it has on patients. This is evidenced by his extensive commitments: as Chair of the Research Community Forum of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), as Co-Director of OHC’s Research Department, and as Principal Investigator for lung cancer trials at OHC. His intense drive and unlimited compassion have been recognized by ASCO as winner of the Clinical Trials Participation Award, the Young Investigator Award from the Conquer Cancer Foundation of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, and as an international lecturer on immunotherapy drugs. He is also the recipient of the Unsung Hero Award from Cancer Family Care and the Healthcare Hero Innovator Award from the Cincinnati Business Courier, and serves on the Board of Medical Advisors for the Cancer Support Community.
The most important part of Dr. Waterhouse’s career is the care of his patients. “After losing my father to cancer during my medical residency, I was fairly convinced that I wanted nothing to do with cancer care. But two years later, I did a rotation with a compassionate, inspired oncologist who introduced me to a very different side of cancer care. I entered my fellowship a year later. Each day, I get to help another patient beat the enemy known as cancer, and I won’t stop until every patient wins that battle. I always say that my goal is to be unemployed because we have discovered a cure for cancer, and I believe we’re getting closer each day.”
What most patients and their families remember about Dr. Waterhouse is his wide smile, his love for Michigan football, and the hope and kindness he bestows upon them. When Dr. Waterhouse does have free time, he enjoys reading, ice hockey, and dog shows.
Education & Training
Medical School: University of Massachusetts Medical School, Boston, MA
Residency: University of Massachusetts Medical School
Fellowship: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Additional Education: University of Michigan, Master of Science in Public Health
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology
American Board of Internal Medicine, Hematology
Patient Reviews
He’s one of the doctors who saved my life. I love him. – P., August 2020
He's among the elite. – K., August 2020
I have been going to Dr. Waterhouse for about a year. He explains everything clearly and ask do you have any questions. A very friendly doctor, easy to talk to as well. I have had the pleasure of seeing one of his physician assistants and she was just as professional as Dr. Waterhouse. His office staff is very friendly and get you in and out in a reasonable time. I would highly recommend Dr. Waterhouse. – F.C., August 2020
Thank you to Dr. Waterhouse. You saved my dad for 15 years when his prognosticators gave him less than 2 years! – A., August 2020
He is the best cancer doctor on earth. I’ve been in remission for 22 years and he was the only doctor I needed. He is very smart, down to earth, very compassionate. I’ll say he was a friend also. – J., August 2020
Dr. Waterhouse is an amazing doctor. The whole staff is extremely competent. Cannot praise them enough. They absolutely know their business. – B., July 2020