Paul J. Galardy, M.D.

Paul J. Galardy, M.D., is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he cares for children and adolescents with blood disorders and cancer. Dr. Galardy provides comprehensive treatment for young patients with both complex and common pediatric hematology and oncology conditions. He has a special focus on children with lymphoid malignancies, and his clinical role extends to those needing stem cell transplantation and advanced therapies.

As chair of the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Dr. Galardy is committed to advancing care through education and research. His work has contributed to improved approaches in treating childhood leukemias and lymphomas, as well as optimizing patient outcomes in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Areas of expertise

Dr. Galardy offers care for children with a wide range of conditions, with specific expertise in the following areas:

• General pediatric hematology-oncology: Comprehensive evaluation and treatment for children with blood disorders and cancer.
• Pediatric leukemias: Diagnosis and management of acute and chronic leukemias in children.
• Pediatric lymphomas: Specialized care for Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphomas, including complex and relapsed cases.

Research and expertise

In addition to patient care, Dr. Galardy has made several contributions to understanding the molecular role of the ubiquitin proteasome pathway in cancer development and responses to therapy, particularly in the diseases of B-cell lymphoma and neuroblastoma. Dr. Galardy has also led and contributed to national clinical trials focused on improving outcomes for pediatric patients with lymphoma and leukemia.