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== Donald O'Rourke ==

'''Donald O'Rourke''' (pronunciation: Don-ald O-Ro-rk) is a renowned [[neurosurgeon]] and [[researcher]] known for his significant contributions to the field of [[neurosurgery]] and [[neuro-oncology]]. 

=== Etymology ===

The name "Donald" is of Scottish origin, meaning "ruler of the world". "O'Rourke" is an Irish surname, derived from the Gaelic "Ó Ruairc", meaning "descendant of Ruairc". Ruairc is a personal name meaning "champion" or "hero".

=== Career ===

Donald O'Rourke is an esteemed [[professor]] at the [[Perelman School of Medicine]] at the [[University of Pennsylvania]]. He is also the Associate Director of the [[Center for Neuro-Oncology]] at the [[Abramson Cancer Center]]. His research primarily focuses on the development of novel therapeutics for [[glioblastoma]], a type of brain cancer. 

=== Related Terms ===

* [[Neurosurgery]]: The medical specialty concerned with the prevention, diagnosis, surgical treatment, and rehabilitation of disorders which affect any portion of the nervous system.
* [[Neuro-oncology]]: A branch of medicine that focuses on the management of cancers of the brain and nervous system.
* [[Glioblastoma]]: A type of brain cancer known for its aggressive nature. It is the most common form of malignant brain tumor in adults.
* [[Perelman School of Medicine]]: The medical school of the University of Pennsylvania, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
* [[Abramson Cancer Center]]: A world leader in cancer research, patient care, and education. The preeminent position of the Cancer Center is reflected in its continuous designation as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute.

[[Category:Medical Professionals]]
[[Category:Neurosurgeons]]
[[Category:Researchers]]

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