Biographical summary
Daniel Keith Ebner, M.D., M.P.H., is a senior associate consultant in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Ebner provides advanced radiation treatment options for people with cancer in Rochester and surrounding areas, specializing in precision therapies that combine technology and human-centered care. His clinical focus includes carbon-ion and proton therapy, image-guided techniques, and stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT). He is committed to integrating novel immuno-radiotherapy approaches into practice and advancing care through research and education.
Dr. Ebner also leads efforts in artificial intelligence and computational modeling to improve cancer care. His work emphasizes accuracy, transparency, and equity while helping care teams provide meaningful support to patients through digital tools and predictive modeling.
Areas of expertise
Dr. Ebner offers highly specialized expertise in radiation oncology with a focus on advanced treatment technologies:
- Head and neck cancer: Comprehensive radiation therapy strategies for complex tumors
- Carbon-ion and proton therapy: Precision-based therapies for challenging and recurrent cancers
- Image-guided radiation therapy: Techniques to improve targeting accuracy while reducing side effects
- Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT): Non-invasive, high-dose radiation for localized tumors
- Immuno-radiotherapy approaches: Combining immunotherapy and radiation for synergistic cancer control
- Artificial intelligence in oncology: Computational tools for improved treatment planning and patient communication
Research and expertise
Dr. Ebner's academic work spans translational research and digital health innovation. He studies how artificial intelligence and computational modeling can enhance care delivery, improve clinical data quality, and bridge molecular biology with radiation response. His research focuses on responsible implementation of technology that prioritizes accuracy, transparency, and equity in cancer care.
Interests
- Head and neck, genitourinary, and sarcomatous cancers and their treatment
- Clinical development and deployment of artificial intelligence
- Clinical trialing and translational development of novel forms of cancer treatment
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 2025
Resident - Holman Research Residency Pathway, Radiation OncologyRadiation Oncology, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 2020
MD - Global Health, Student Body President ‘14-15, Sigma XiBrown University
- 2019
MPH - Master of Public Health, Management and Policy Siegrist Family Fellow Practicum: Evaluation of Clinical Artificial Intelligence (at MIT)Harvard University
Activities and honors
Awards and honors
- 2026
The Editor-in-Chief AwardThe Japanese Society for Hygiene
- 2025
Best Oral Abstract Award 2025 (Biology)PTCOG-NA
- 2025
RSNA R&E Foundation Roentgen Resident/Fellow Research AwardRadiological Society of North America; Mayo Clinic
- 2023
Grand Award. Science for RE-designing Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy (SciREX) National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies, Tokyo, JapanHealthcare and Digital Transformation
- 2023
Best poster award.
Particle Therapy Cooperative Group Annual Meeting 2023
Publications