Maximilian Diehn, MD, PhD

Radiation oncologist


Jack, Lulu, and Sam Willson Professor and Professor of Radiation Oncology (Radiation Therapy)

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Additional Languages Spoken:
German

Professional Summary


Education & Certifications
  • Medical Education: Stanford University School of Medicine (2004) CA
  • Internship: Stanford University Internal Medicine Residency (2005) CA
  • Residency: Stanford University Radiation Oncology Residency (2009) CA
  • Board Certification: American Board of Radiology, Radiation Oncology (2010)
  • MD, Stanford University (2004)
  • PhD, Stanford University, Biophysics (2004)
  • AB, Harvard College, Biochemical Sciences (1997)

Honors & Awards
  • American Red Cross Blood Services Hero Award, American Red Cross (2016)
  • Annual Meeting Basic Science Travel Grant Award, American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ASTRO) (2006)
  • ASCO Leadership Development Program, American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) (2017-2018)
  • ASTRO Residents in Radiation Oncology Research Seed Grant, American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ASTRO) (2006-2008)
  • CRK Faculty Scholar, CRK (2012-present)
  • Donald E. and Delia B. Baxter Foundation Faculty Scholar Award, Donald E. and Delia B. Baxter Foundation (2011-2012)
  • Doris Duke Clinical Scientist Development Award, Doris Duke Charitable Foundation (2010-2014)
  • Edward Mallinckrodt, Jr. Foundation Grant, Edward Mallinckrodt, Jr. Foundation (2010-2014)
  • Elected to the National Academy of Medicine, National Academy of Medicine (NAM) (2021)
  • Election to American Society for Clinical Investigation, American Society for Clinical Investigation (ASCI) (2017)
  • Franklin G. Ebaugh, Jr. Award for Research, Department of Medicine, Stanford University (2005)
  • Henry S. Kaplan Memorial Prize for Teaching, Stanford University (2012)
  • Holman Research Pathway, American Board of Radiology (ABR) (2006-2009)
  • Lung Cancer Research Program Promising Clinician Research Award, Department of Defense (2012-2014)
  • Malcolm A. Bagshaw Award, Stanford University (2009)
  • Medical Scientist Training Program, Stanford University (1997-2004)
  • NIH Director's New Innovator Award, National Institute of Health (NIH) (2013-2018)
  • Roentgen Resident/Fellow Research Award, Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) (2008)
  • RSNA Research Resident/Fellow Grant, Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) (2007-2009)
  • Sidney Kimmel Scholar Award, Sidney Kimmel Foundation (2010-2013)
  • Thomas Temple Hoopes Prize for outstanding senior thesis, Harvard University (1997)
  • V Foundation Scholar Grant, V Foundation (2013-2015)
  • Walter H. Coulter Translational Research Grant, Walter H. Coulter Foundation (2013-2014)

Memberships
  • Member, American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ASTRO) (2004 - Present)
  • Member, Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) (2004 - Present)
  • Member, International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) (2010 - Present)
  • Member, International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) (2011 - Present)

Administrative Appointments
  • Cancer Biology Graduate Program Admissions Committee, Stanford University (2012 - Present)
  • Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) Admissions Committee, Stanford University (2011 - Present)
  • Stem Cell Biology & Regenerative Medicine Graduate Program Admissions Committee, Stanford University (2013 - Present)

Publications

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Practice Locations


Radiation Oncology at Blake Wilbur Building Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto, CA

875 Blake Wilbur Drive

Palo Alto , CA 94304

(650) 498-6000

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CyberKnife Stereotactic Radiosurgery Program at 875 Blake Wilbur Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto, CA

875 Blake Wilbur Drive

Palo Alto , CA 94304

(650) 498-6000

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Thoracic Cancer Program in Palo Alto Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto, CA

875 Blake Wilbur Drive

Palo Alto , CA 94304

(650) 498-6000

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Patient Ratings

(15 Ratings)

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Patient Reviews

(44 reviews)

Very easy to talk to. Puts me at ease. Very caring and thourgh! I’m so grateful to have had him as my doctor and I appreciate the success of my treatment!!!
Excellent Doctor
The wonderful thing about the team is I really feel they care, and they are very focused. Also this time the visit went like clockwork.
Doctor explained in details and followed up with question and answer session. I was very happy with all the answers to my questions
The best!
He was very helpful and caring about clarifying what was needed to be done.
I am very pleased with Dr. Diehn. He is very focused , extremely intelligent and concerned about your well being. I feel very fortunate being one of his patients.
Excellent knowledge, professional demeanor, a pleasure to speak with.
he is one of best ever i have talked with
Excellent explanation and friendly demeanor
Great staff very helpful 😊
I am very impressed with Dr.Diehn's quality of care and caring.
Dr. Diehn saved my life few years back, you are not expecting me to say something that is not 100% good....right?. Just kidding, great doctor in a great facility.
I am very pleased with both Dr. Dienh & Dr Ross. And I thank them for their time.
Dr. Diehn was good at listening, answering questions, communicating medical information clearly and precisely. He was encouraging, assuring and we felt very supported.
Good experience.
My experience with radiation employees was always superb. Raymond, Annie & Karen in radiation.
Very confident, clear explanations, courteous!
Dr. Dienh provided one of the best experiences we had at Stanford. He and his team took time to explain all the details about the procedures.
Good experience.
Dr. Diehn is excellent doctor. He is world level. He is very positive. He warns me and encourage me to do everything better. Thanks.
Dr. provided excellent explanation of my health care and upcoming treatments. I feel very confident in his care.
Good experience.
Excellent.
Dr. Mancusa was one of the best of many exams I have had in prior visit with other NP's.
Good experience.
Good experience.
Have referred a friend, he is also pleased with outcome & service.
Good experience.
Excellent!
Excellent.
Dr. Maximillian Diehn is phenomenal - I feel so blessed to be under his care.
Good experience.
Dr. Diehn & Gittrin are A++.
"The best."
He always takes time to answer questions - NEVER makes me feel stupid!
Dr. Diehn always is the most friendly doctor I've had the privilege of talking with. I am very impressed with his expertise in his field and I am lucky to have him as my doctor.
Good experience.
The best.
Dr. Diehn could share a foxhole with me anytime anywhere.
I like Dr. Diehn very much.
Everyone was great!
A very good experience.
Thorough and to the point. I ask for truth and was given it.

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