House of Representatives Honored Dr. Sumul N. Raval as part of 'Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month'

House of Representatives Honored Dr. Sumul N. Raval as part of 'Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month'.Through groundbreaking advancements in brain tumor treatment and deeply compassionate patient care, Dr. Raval is transforming the field of neuro-oncology. 

He is notably the first Gujarati neuro-oncologist in the world and the founder of New Jersey’s first comprehensive brain tumor center at Monmouth Medical Center. He is also widely respected for bringing academic-level neuro-oncology expertise to community hospitals. 

A fellowship-trained specialist from the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Dr. Raval has led numerous pivotal clinical trials, including the FDA-approved combination of Avastin® and irinotecan for glioblastoma. His research has been presented at prestigious platforms such as the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and the Society for Neuro-Oncology.

 Dr. Raval’s humanitarian work has earned him several accolades, including the GBM Heroes Award from CURE® Magazine and multiple recognitions as a Jersey Choice Top Doctor. 

He currently serves as Chairman of the Department of Neurology at Community Medical Center and is the head of Garden State Neurology & Neuro-Oncology. 

Believing that “quality of life is just as important as battling the disease,” Dr. Raval places patients at the heart of his practice. His dedication inspires hope and positivity in patients facing complex neurological conditions.