Brett Morris

Biography

I am an Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiation Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. My clinical focus includes treating adult patients with central nervous system tumors and pediatric patients requiring radiotherapy. I also provide care for patients at our Johnson Creek clinic. I am originally from northern Illinois and central Wisconsin and am honored to serve patients at a renowned cancer center within my home community.

I have a diverse background in cancer biology  I have a and completed my MD-PhD at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I conducted my doctoral research with Patricia Keely, PhD, and explored the role of the extracellular tumor microenvironment in regulating cancer cell metabolism. My current research focuses on investigating the extent of microscopic spread in patients with high-grade brain tumors. Our goal is to better define treatment targets for patients with brain tumors and develop novel therapeutic agents to safely target microscopic disease. Additionally, I am an active member of several pediatric oncology groups dedicated to improving outcomes for children with cancer while reducing treatment toxicity to enhance their long-term quality of life.