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Brea C. Lipe, M.D.
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I believe that it's important to know my patients as individuals to understand the situational circumstance and personality that drives their treatment goals. Multiple myeloma is a lifelong journey and a strong partnership with my patients is essential to achieving the best quality of care. I have a strong interest in clinical research and like to offer my patients a variety of clinical trial options and treatments based on the most recent data. I have a dedicated support team, so that we can offer patients a team with real myeloma-specific expertise.
In my research laboratory, I am particularly interested in understanding the mechanisms that allow multiple myeloma to develop. I have created a system that lets us mimic in a laboratory, the growth of cancer cells that become multiple myeloma. By studying disease progression, my ultimate goal is to develop therapies to prevent multiple myeloma.
Outside of work, I love to grow things -- flowers, vegetables, orchids, animals, children. I have gotten some of my best gardening tips from my patients.
Conditions I treat:
- Multiple myeloma
- Other plasma cell disorders
Certified Specialties
Hematology - American Board of Internal Medicine
Medical Oncology - American Board of Internal Medicine
Faculty Appointments
Professor - Department of Medicine, Hematology/Oncology (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Hematology & Oncology, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. 2008 - 2011
Residency, Internal Medicine, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. 2006 - 2008
Internship, Internal Medicine, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. 2005 - 2006
Education
MD | Albany Medical College. 2005
Awards
Leadership Academy. 2017
Department of Internal Medicine OSARM Faculty Incubator Scholar. 2011
Clinical Research Training Institute Clinical Scholar for ASH. 2011
Award for Excellence in Teaching. 2009
Award for Excellence in Teaching. 2007
Frank C. Knievel Scholarship Award. 2001 - 2005
First Generation Diversity Scholarship. 1996 - 2001
Research
Clinical Trials
Lead Researcher: Brea C Lipe
Patients are enrolled to screening (Reg Step 1) prior to or after ASCT but prior to Reg Step 2. Patients are followed until they will begin Maintenance and then registered to Reg Step 2 (first randomization). Patients are randomized between Lenalidom...
Lead Researcher: Brea C Lipe
This phase III trial compares three-drug induction regimens followed by double-or single-drug maintenance therapy for the treatment of newly diagnosed multiple myeloma in patients who are not receiving a stem cell transplant and are considered frail ...
Lead Researcher: Brea C Lipe
To explore the use of curcumin and piperine supplementation at a dose of 4 gram/5mg twice a day in early stage prostate cancer patient undergoing active surveillance or patients on observation for MGUS/ low-risk smoldering myeloma.
Lead Researcher: Brea C Lipe
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of talquetamab in participants with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma at the recommended Phase 2 dose(s) (RP2Ds) (Part 3).
Publications
Journal Articles
Keren DF, Bocsi G, Billman BL, Etzell J, Faix JD, Kumar S, Lipe B, McCudden C, Montgomery R, Murray DL, Rai AJ, Redondo TC, Souter L, Ventura CB, Ansari MQ
Archives of pathology & laboratory medicine.. 2022 May 1146 (5):575-590. Epub 1900 01 01.
Sun S, Tao J, Sedghizadeh PP, Cherian P, Junka AF, Sodagar E, Xing L, Boeckman RK, Srinivasan V, Yao Z, Boyce BF, Lipe B, Neighbors JD, Russell G, McKenna CE, Ebetino FH
British journal of pharmacology.. 2021 May 178 (9):2008-2025. Epub 04/10/2021.
Grant SJ, Lipe B
Clinical lymphoma, myeloma & leukemia.. 2020 September 20 Suppl 1 (Suppl 1):S76-S80. Epub 1900 01 01.
Nathwani N, Kurtin SE, Lipe B, Mohile SG, Catamero DD, Wujcik D, Birchard K, Davis A, Dudley W, Stricker CT, Wildes TM
JCO oncology practice.. 2020 January 16 (1):e92-e99. Epub 11/25/2019.
Lipe, B.
Medpage Today. 2020; .
Gasparetto, C; Lentzsch, S; Schiller, G; Callander, N; Tuchman, S; Chen, C; White, D; Kotb, R; Sutherland, H; Sebag, M; Baljevic, M; Bensinger, W; LeBlanc, R; Venner, C; Bahlis, N; Rossi, A; Biran, N; Sheehan, H; Saint-Martin, J; Van Domelen, D; Kai, K; Shah, J; Shacham, S; Kauffman, M; Lipe, B.
eJHaem. 2020; .
Lipe B, Passero FC, Gleber C, Portuguese AJ
Leukemia research.. 2019 October 85 :106195. Epub 07/29/2019.
Lipe B, Divine C, Abhyankar S, Singh AK, Ganguly S, Lin TL, Baran A, Cantilena AR, Bhatti S, Shune L, Abdelhakim H, McGuirk J, Allin D, Aljitawi OS
Biology of blood and marrow transplantation : journal of the American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation.. 2019 September 25 (9):1713-1719. Epub 06/03/2019.
Hillengass J, Usmani S, Rajkumar SV, Durie BGM, Mateos MV, Lonial S, Joao C, Anderson KC, García-Sanz R, Riva E, Du J, van de Donk N, Berdeja JG, Terpos E, Zamagni E, Kyle RA, San Miguel J, Goldschmidt H, Giralt S, Kumar S, Raje N, Ludwig H, Ocio E, Schots R, Einsele H, Schjesvold F, Chen WM, Abildgaard N, Lipe BC, Dytfeld D, Wirk BM, Drake M, Cavo M, Lahuerta JJ, Lentzsch S
The Lancet. Oncology.. 2019 June 20 (6):e302-e312. Epub 1900 01 01.
Mikhael J, Ismaila N, Cheung MC, Costello C, Dhodapkar MV, Kumar S, Lacy M, Lipe B, Little RF, Nikonova A, Omel J, Peswani N, Prica A, Raje N, Seth R, Vesole DH, Walker I, Whitley A, Wildes TM, Wong SW, Martin T
Journal of clinical oncology : official journal of the American Society of Clinical Oncology.. 2019 May 1037 (14):1228-1263. Epub 04/01/2019.
Li D, Chiu G, Lipe B, Hopkins RA, Lillis J, Ashton JM, Paul S, Aljitawi OS
Blood advances.. 2019 April 93 (7):1011-1026. Epub 1900 01 01.
Hsu CM, Bennett JM, Lipe B
Clinical lymphoma, myeloma & leukemia.. 2019 January 19 (1):e29-e32. Epub 09/05/2018.
Baker HA, Brown AR, Mahnken JD, Shireman TI, Webb CE, Lipe BC
Cancer medicine. 2019 January 8 (1):455-462. Epub 12/25/2018.
Paul B, Lipe B, Ocio EM, Usmani SZ
American Society of Clinical Oncology educational book. 2019 January 39 :e176-e186. Epub 05/17/2019.
Induction Therapy for Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma.
Paul, B; Lipe, B; Ocio, EM; Usmani, SZ.
Am Soc Clin Oncol Educ Book. 2019; 39: e176-e186.
Portuguese AJ, Lipe B
Blood advances.. 2018 December 112 (23):3443-3446. Epub 1900 01 01.
Li D, Lin TL, Lipe B, Hopkins RA, Shinogle H, Aljitawi OS
Leukemia research.. 2018 September 72 :105-112. Epub 08/16/2018.
Lipe B, Kambhampati S, Veldhuizen PV, Yacoub A, Aljitawi O, Mikhael J
Blood cancer journal.. 2017 December 147 (12):646. Epub 12/14/2017.
Howard C, Lipe B
Blood coagulation & fibrinolysis : an international journal in haemostasis and thrombosis.. 2017 April 28 (3):267-268. Epub 1900 01 01.
Aljitawi OS, Paul S, Ganguly A, Lin TL, Ganguly S, Vielhauer G, Capitano ML, Cantilena A, Lipe B, Mahnken JD, Wise A, Berry A, Singh AK, Shune L, Lominska C, Abhyankar S, Allin D, Laughlin M, McGuirk JP, Broxmeyer HE
Blood.. 2016 December 22128 (25):3000-3010. Epub 10/19/2016.
Lipe B, Vukas R, Mikhael J
Blood cancer journal.. 2016 October 216 (10):e485. Epub 10/21/2016.
Gupta N, Hanley MJ, Harvey RD, Badros A, Lipe B, Kukreti V, Berdeja J, Yang H, Hui AM, Qian M, Zhang X, Venkatakrishnan K, Chari A
British journal of haematology.. 2016 September 174 (5):748-59. Epub 05/16/2016.
Palumbo A, Chanan-Khan A, Weisel K, Nooka AK, Masszi T, Beksac M, Spicka I, Hungria V, Munder M, Mateos MV, Mark TM, Qi M, Schecter J, Amin H, Qin X, Deraedt W, Ahmadi T, Spencer A, Sonneveld P,
The New England journal of medicine.. 2016 August 25375 (8):754-66. Epub 1900 01 01.
Lipe, B; Drurie, B.
Pocket Guide for American Society of Hematology. 2016; .
Usmani SZ, Sexton R, Ailawadhi S, Shah JJ, Valent J, Rosenzweig M, Lipe B, Zonder JA, Fredette S, Durie B, Hoering A, Bartlett B, Orlowski RZ
Blood cancer journal.. 2015 August 75 (8):e334. Epub 08/07/2015.
Howard CR, Lin TL, Cunningham MT, Lipe BC
Blood coagulation & fibrinolysis : an international journal in haemostasis and thrombosis.. 2014 September 25 (6):631-3. Epub 1900 01 01.
Toward personalized medicine in acute myelogenous leukemia.
Lin, TL; Lipe, BC.
Personalized Medicine. 2013; 10(6): 427-430.
Lipe BC, Lansigan F, Gui J, Meehan K
Clinical advances in hematology & oncology : H&O.. 2012 January 10 (1):28-32. Epub 1900 01 01.
Lipe BC, Cogbill E, Hill J, Meehan K
Clinical advances in hematology & oncology : H&O.. 2011 December 9 (12):948-51. Epub 1900 01 01.
Lipe B, Ornstein DL
Circulation.. 2011 October 4124 (14):e365-8. Epub 1900 01 01.
Lipe BC, Dumas MA, Ornstein DL
Hematology/oncology clinics of North America.. 2011 April 25 (2):335-58, viii. Epub 1900 01 01.
Kuemmerle NB, Rysman E, Lombardo PS, Flanagan AJ, Lipe BC, Wells WA, Pettus JR, Froehlich HM, Memoli VA, Morganelli PM, Swinnen JV, Timmerman LA, Chaychi L, Fricano CJ, Eisenberg BL, Coleman WB, Kinlaw WB
Molecular cancer therapeutics.. 2011 March 10 (3):427-36. Epub 01/31/2011.
Weber MA
The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association.. 1987 February 87 (2 Suppl):175-80. Epub 1900 01 01.
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Seemed hurried; very fast and cursory meeting
Aug 02, 2024
Dr. Lipe is very patient answering any questions that are asked explaining in detail that is easily understood. Her sincerity and professional demeanor instill confidence that I'm being treated in the best place with the finest handpicked staff.
Jul 13, 2024
I've been treated by Dr. Lipe for the past three years as she monitored [...]. My blood work recently indicated significant changes that prompted Dr. Lipe to schedule me for further diagnostic testing. Within a week of receiving test test results confirming that my disease had now progressed to actionable [...] I was scheduled for a consult with Dr. Lipe. My wife accompanied me to the appointment and Dr. Lipe answered all the questions we had, discussed treatment options, offered her recommendations based in large part on her understanding of what is importance to me and my lifestyle. I accepted her treatment recommendations without hesitation and that day immediately started chemotherapy. I feel very grateful to have had such attention to my care that allowed me to begin treatment before the onset of symptoms or irreversible damage. I could not have received better medical care for my condition than I've had from Dr. Lipe and the hematology-oncology team.
Jun 09, 2024
Always very good and we highly recommend Dr. Lipe.
Jun 02, 2024
It was easy to see why Dr. Lipe has such an amazing reputation. She was able to get me transferred to her department after getting diagnosed [...]. She got me in quickly, and had a treatment plan ready to go so we could hit the ground running and fight the cancer right away. She was extremely informative in a way that was easy to understand, and she answered all of my questions. You can tell that she really cares about her patients and wants the best for them. Her passion for this is like nothing I've ever seen, I'm extremely lucky I get to call myself her patient and I look forward to working with her more.
May 08, 2024
My recent visit included some proposed changes to my treatment plan. Dr Lipe provided excellent background, discussion, and options to consider. And a plan to move one step closer to deciding which plan is best. I have the opportunity to engage with others who have the same disease as I do (not associated with UR - through friend networks) and always make the recommendation to see Dr Lipe and team. For those who have made the switch, they have been extremely happy they did.
May 05, 2024
Good
Mar 28, 2024
[...] I would definitely recommended this physician [...] Positives points were very caring, clear presentation of symptoms and diagnosis.
Mar 24, 2024
Very caring, pleasant and professional.
Jan 19, 2024
Always Very Good and Yes, We Do and We Would Recommend Dr. Bria Lipe.
Dec 21, 2023
All nice to me
Nov 30, 2023
Dr. Lipe answers all of our questions and explains things to us very effectively, She has been a major factor in my successful treatment.
Nov 13, 2023
Dr. Lipe was professional, caring and very thorough. Explained everything so I could understand.
Aug 30, 2023
I believe Dr Lipe to be the best possible provider for my disease.
Aug 01, 2023
Dr. Lipe is a wonderful doctor. Besides being very knowledgeable she is always interested in how I'm doing overall.
Jul 17, 2023
Dr. Lipe is excellent I would recommend her to anyone.
Jul 07, 2023
We have recommended Dr. Lipe to many others.
Jun 28, 2023
I have found the doctors, nurses, techs, and receptionists to all be helpful and professional during my visits.
Apr 23, 2023
Dr. Lipe has s a wonderful doctor and is an advocate for my health.
Mar 18, 2023
Yes we will recommend this care provider to others.
Mar 09, 2023
I have already recommended WCC.
Mar 04, 2023
I had been very concerned about the future of my Multiple Myeloma going forward however she explained what I could expect which put me at ease.
Feb 28, 2023
They explain everything I had questions about my health
Feb 09, 2023
Dr Lipe was great
Jan 30, 2023
I owe my life to Dr. Lipe and her staff I understand that she fought to get me into the Car T Therapy Trial which eventually got me back into remission from Multiple Myeloma
Jan 05, 2023
Very happy with my care, best doctor I could have.
Dec 29, 2022
Dr. Lipe is the best doctor who has cured me. She is a good person.
Nov 21, 2022
I have recommended Dr. Lipe to other people who have multiple myeloma
Nov 10, 2022
Always good.
Oct 18, 2022
Dr. Lipe is great
Oct 11, 2022
I am part of a Clinical Trial for Multiple Myeloma Dr. Lipe, and her PA Gina are very good at listening and getting answers to questions. I have recommended Dr. Lipe to several Multiple Myeloma patients that I have encountered.
Sep 15, 2022
No compassion - makes me sad [...]
Sep 15, 2022
Bria is fabulous. She didn't have an easy message for me that day and was great with my family and myself. She has the best plan available for me moving forward.
Sep 04, 2022
Best Dr. I have ever been to in my 79yrd
Aug 31, 2022
At times very negative, i.e., not hopeful. Not supportive.
Aug 18, 2022
Very capable provider; very knowledgeable & helpful & personable.
Aug 15, 2022
Dr. Lipe is the absolute best and her team! Phenomenal.
Aug 05, 2022
I am very lucky to have Dr. Lipe as my Oncologist she is very knowledgeable [...] and she has help put me into remission twice
Jun 25, 2022
Dr. Lipe is a specialist [...] and we value her expertise.
Jun 05, 2022
Never had a bad experience with this provider or her staff.
May 02, 2022
Dr Lipe is very caring person and listens to what patient has to say about my medical condition. If she does not have answer she gets back to me with answer to question.
Apr 28, 2022
Good
Apr 12, 2022
I have complete confidence and trust in my care
Apr 03, 2022
Dr. Lipe is excellent provider. Straight shooter - Aggressive.
Mar 18, 2022
Dr. Lipe is always prepared for my visits and interested in how feel and any problems. I am in remission from Multiple Myeloma and had been accepted into a Clinical trials for myeloma. I would recommend Dr. Lipe to anyone looking to be treated by Dr Lipe and her staff.
Mar 06, 2022
All comments made to me were very considerate & kind to me.
Feb 18, 2022
Dr. Lipe provides me with excellent care.
Feb 06, 2022