LinkedIn: [Larry Kestin](http://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-kestin-ba4b48237)
Locations:
- Farmington Hills Radiation Oncology Institute, 28595 Orchard Lake Rd, Ste 110, Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (Phone: (248) 553-0606)
- Madison Heights Radiation Oncology Institute, 30365 Dequindre Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071 (Phone: (248) 589-5000)
- Troy Radiation Oncology Institute, 4550 Investment Dr, Ste B111, Troy, MI 48098 (Phone: (248) 589-9000)
Professional Roles and Responsibilities
Dr. Larry L. Kestin is the Medical Director of the MHP Radiation Oncology Institute since 2011 and serves as a member of the Board of Directors at Michigan Healthcare Professionals. He holds multiple faculty positions, currently a clinical professor at Wayne State University, with prior academic appointments including full professorships at Oakland University and UCLA. Additionally, Dr. Kestin has been Program Director for the Department of Radiation Oncology at William Beaumont Hospital.
He is actively engaged in clinical research, functioning as a Principal Investigator for numerous local and national clinical trials. His leadership extends to serving as the Chair of the Lung/Sarcoma section and acting as a radiation oncology oral and written boards examiner for the American Board of Radiology. Furthermore, he is a member of the NCI Thoracic Malignancy Steering Committee and has participated in various committees under the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO).
Medical Specialty and Expertise
Dr. Kestin specializes in Radiation Oncology, with a particular clinical focus on lung cancer and sarcoma. His expertise in radiation therapy encompasses the use of advanced modalities such as stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), which has been demonstrated to improve progression-free and overall survival in cancers such as malignant prostatic and non-small cell lung cancers. He is recognized for aggressively treating lung cancer to improve patient outcomes.
Academic and Research Contributions
- Authored over 400 peer-reviewed journal publications, abstracts, and book chapters, reflecting a high level of scholarly productivity.
- Contributed more than 200 abstracts and multiple book chapters in radiation oncology.
- His research involves advancing treatment paradigms in thoracic malignancies and optimizing radiation therapy protocols, backed by leadership roles on national research committees (e.g., NCI Steering Committee).
- He has been recognized as a Fellow of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (FASTRO) and the American College of Radiology (FACR).
- Actively involved in radiation oncology quality improvement initiatives and education, including mentorship and residency program leadership.
Education and Training
- Medical Degree: University of Kansas School of Medicine, Kansas City, KS
- Internship: William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI
- Residency: Radiation Oncology, William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI
Clinical Affiliations and Practice Network
Dr. Kestin practices primarily within the network of Michigan Healthcare Professionals, which consists of over 300 specialists dedicated to integrated cancer care in patient-centric environments across Michigan. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the Farmington Hills and surrounding regions, including Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital. His practice locations support accessibility for patient care across key metropolitan areas.
Recognition and Professional Standing
- Recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor in Radiation Oncology.
- Named a Fellow of ASTRO acknowledging his far-reaching contributions to the field.
- Holds an influential role in shaping radiation oncology policy, clinical standards, and education through American Board of Radiology examinations and ASTRO participation.
- Maintains a consistent presence in professional conferences, including the ASTRO Annual Meeting and related career and committee activities.
Contact Points and Accessibility
- Multiple Radiation Oncology Institute locations with direct booking availability.
- Main Farmington Hills office contact: (248) 553-0606.
- Presence on professional platforms such as LinkedIn, ResearchGate, Doximity, and Google Scholar confirms engagement with both clinical and academic audiences.
Dr. Kestin’s extensive experience in clinical radiation oncology leadership, prolific academic output, and involvement in major national research committees position him as a key opinion leader in integrated cancer care within Michigan Healthcare Professionals, particularly in lung and sarcoma oncology treatment domains. His established roles signify influence in shaping clinical practice standards and educational frameworks relevant to radiation therapy advancements.
