John Lederer, MD
- Provider organization(s):
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Hawaiʻi Health Partners
This provider is a member of Hawai‘i Health Partners, the state’s first Accountable Care Organization, where participating providers work together to deliver high‑quality, efficient care to patients.
- Hospital / clinic affiliations:
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Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children
Pali Momi Medical Center
Straub Benioff Medical Center
Office Location(s) and Contact
Primary Location
Cancer Center of Hawaii-Liliha
2226 Liliha Street
Suite B2
Honolulu, HI 96817
Phone: (808) 547-6881
Biography and Interests
Biography
Dr. John Lederer has a passion for doing things worthwhile, which is why he chose to become a radiation oncologist. It is a profession where he can help cancer patients live longer and maintain quality of life. He founded the Cancer Center of Hawaii so that he could build a physician-run business that would do everything to take care of patients the best way possible. He operates with a purpose to do what is best for patients, and all of his decisions — and the organization’s decisions — are based on this philosophy.Dr. Lederer doesn't just care for his patients; he cares for the community. He continues to dedicate his time to leadership roles with the Ronald McDonald House and the Hawaii Children's Cancer Foundation.
Professional Interests
Dr. Lederer brought the permanent seed implant program to Hawaii, an advanced treatment that implants tiny radioactive particles into the site of a tumor for high dose, low impact therapy. He also instituted other programs, only available in Hawaii at the Cancer Center of Hawaii, that shorten treatment time for breast and prostate cancer with more direct doses.
Personal Interests
Dr. Lederer keeps healthy with spinning, weightlifting, marathons, cardio exercise and stand-up paddling.
Education and Training
Medical School
Baylor College of Medical Physician Assistant Program
Professional Credentials
Certifications
Internal Medicine, Radiation Oncology
Awards, Memberships, and Academic Appointments
Memberships
Leadership roles with the Ronald McDonald House and the Hawaii Children's Cancer Foundation, Founder of the Cancer Center of Hawaii, Past president of Island Radiation Oncology and Senior VP of AmMed Cancer Center in Hong Kong