Academic & Clinical Journey

Dr. Taher Abu Hejleh is a hematologist and medical oncologist with extensive experience in patient care, research, and medical education. He earned his MB;BS degree from Jordan University of Science and Technology and subsequently completed a Master’s Degree in Clinical Investigation at the University of Iowa, USA. He completed his internship, residency in Internal Medicine, fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology, and served as a Chief Fellow at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (UIHC).

Throughout his career, Dr. Abu Hejleh has held numerous academic and leadership positions in both the United States and Jordan. At the University of Iowa, he served as Leader of the Multidisciplinary Thoracic Oncology Group, Director of Inpatient Oncology Services, Co-Director of the Cancer Diagnostic Clinic, Coordinator of the Cancer Survivorship Program, and Medical Director of Clinical Services at the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center. He currently serves as Adjunct Professor of Medicine at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine.

In Jordan, Dr. Abu Hejleh has held several leadership roles at King Hussein Cancer Center, including Director of the Outpatient Clinics, Head of the Thoracic Oncology Service, Associate Director of the Medical Oncology Fellowship Program, and Chairman of the Research Council. He currently practices as a Consultant in Hematology and Medical Oncology at his clinic in Amman, Jordan.

Board Certifications
• American Board of Internal Medicine
• American Board of Medical Oncology
• American Board of Medical Hematology
• Jordanian Board of Medical Oncology
• Jordanian Board of Hematology