Dr. Justas Lauzadis

Justas Lauzadis, PhD, is the Chief Research Officer at NYCBS, where he leads clinical research initiatives to advance cancer treatment and improve patient outcomes.

Dr. Lauzadis earned his PhD in Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology from Stony Brook University, giving him deep expertise in how medications work at the cellular level. He is currently pursuing his MBA from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, combining his scientific knowledge with business leadership skills to better serve patients and advance medical research. To deepen his understanding of patient well-being beyond the clinical setting, he also pursued and passed the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) exam. This background provides him with a rare, holistic view of the patient journey, encompassing the scientific, operational, and financial aspects of care.

Prior to joining NYCBS, Dr. Lauzadis served as Director of Clinical Research, where he oversaw nearly 100 active research studies focused on pain management and anesthesia. His work has directly contributed to improving patient care by developing safer anesthesia techniques and more effective pain management strategies. He has been recognized for his commitment to patient safety with multiple awards, including the ASRA Pain Medicine Patient Safety Award.

Dr. Lauzadis has published research in leading medical journals, contributing to our understanding of pain mechanisms and developing better treatments for patients with chronic pain conditions. His research spans from basic science discoveries to practical clinical applications that improve patient experiences during surgery and recovery.