
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- French
- English
In-Network Plans
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FemaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Stephanie Gaillard
Professional Titles
- Director of Gynecologic Cancer Trials
- Co-Director of Development Therapeutics/Phase I Clinical Trials Program
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Oncology
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Stéphanie Gaillard is a medical oncologist who specializes in the treatment of gynecologic malignancies. She recently joined the faculty of the Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center and is their Director of Gynecologic Cancer Trials. Dr. Gaillard earned her medical degree and doctoral degree in cancer biology from Duke University. Following medical school, she underwent residency training in Internal Medicine and fellowship training in Medical Oncology at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Gaillard’s research focuses on the development of clinical trials aimed at improving outcomes by incorporating promising new biologic, targeted, and immune therapies into standard treatment regimens. Her translational research program focuses on understanding the immune environment associated with gynecologic cancers and mechanisms of resistance to current therapies.
Centers and Institutes
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Additional Academic Titles
Associate Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics
PubMed - Publications
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/stephanie.gaillard.1/bibliography/public/
Selected Publications
Gaillard S, Oaknin A, Ray-Coquard I, Vergote I, Scambia G, Colombo N, Fernandez C, Alfaro V, Kahatt C, Nieto A, Zeaiter A, Aracil M, Vidal L, Pardo-Burdalo B, Papai Z, Kristeleit R, O'Malley DM, Benjamin I, Pautier P, Lorusso D. Lurbinectedin versus pegylated liposomal doxorubicin or topotecan in patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer: A multicenter, randomized, controlled, open-label phase 3 study (CORAIL). Gynecol Oncol. 2021 Nov; 163 (2) :237-245 . doi: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2021.08.032. Epub 2021 Sep 11. PubMed PMID: 34521554
Gaillard SL, Andreano KJ, Gay LM, Steiner M, Jorgensen MS, Davidson BA, Havrilesky LJ, Alvarez Secord A, Valea FA, Colon-Otero G, Zajchowski DA, Chang CY, McDonnell DP, Berchuck A, Elvin JA. Constitutively active ESR1 mutations in gynecologic malignancies and clinical response to estrogen-receptor directed therapies. Gynecol Oncol. 2019 Jul; 154 (1) :199-206 . doi: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2019.04.010. Epub 2019 Apr 13. PubMed PMID: 30987772
Gaillard SL, Zahurak M, Sharma A, Durham JN, Reiss KA, Sartorius-Mergenthaler S, Downs M, Anders NM, Ahuja N, Rudek MA, Azad N. A phase 1 trial of the oral DNA methyltransferase inhibitor CC-486 and the histone deacetylase inhibitor romidepsin in advanced solid tumors. Cancer. 2019 Aug 15; 125 (16) :2837-2845 . doi: 10.1002/cncr.32138. Epub 2019 Apr 23. PubMed PMID: 31012962 ; PubMed Central PMCID: PMC6663621
Asaka S, Yen TT, Wang TL, Shih IM, Gaillard S. T cell-inflamed phenotype and increased Foxp3 expression in infiltrating T-cells of mismatch-repair deficient endometrial cancers. Mod Pathol. 2019 Apr; 32 (4) :576-584. doi: 10.1038/s41379-018-0172-x. Epub 2018 Nov 6. PubMed PMID: 30401949 ; PubMed Central PMCID: PMC8201475.
Wethington SL, Armstrong DK, Gaillard SL. Vulnerable Older Adults With Ovarian Cancer-Time to Stop Undertreating. JAMA Oncol. 2021 Jun 1; 7 (6) :831-833 . doi: 10.1001/jamaoncol.2021.0468. PubMed PMID: 33885717
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10803 Falls Road, Pavilion III STE 1500, Lutherville, MD 21093
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-583-2970
- fax: 410-583-2980
- Skip Viragh Outpatient Cancer Center
- 201 North Broadway Street, Viragh BLDG 10th FL, Baltimore, MD 21287
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-955-8964
- fax: 410-367-2194
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Hematology and Oncology, 2012
- Residency: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2009
- Medical Education: Duke University School of Medicine, MD, 2006
- Graduate School: Duke University School of Medicine, Molecular Biology, PhD, 2005
Board Certifications
- Medical Oncology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2011
Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
72 ratings, 37 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2026
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
Dr Gaillard is a very gifted provider. She had a very factual, honest presentation about my ovarian cancer. Although, I did not qualify for any treatment trials, she made recommendations about possible treatments that may prolong my life. She also said to keep in touch through the portal for questions and any changes in offerings of future trials that cld include me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
She is a wonderful doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Dr Gaillard is an excellent, extremely knowledgeable physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
She seemed very knowledgeable on my cancer and gave my provider her opinion on how best to treat my cancer.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Dr Gaillard is always up to date and discusses test results. She explains things beyond the basics. She listens carefully and answers my questions expanding on issues without being asked.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
She is well versed in her specialty, explains everything clearly, listens carefully, and is compassionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
She is extremely knowledgeable about my area of concern and was able to give me advice about what to do.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
Dr Gaillard is top notch and, as my Oncologist, I have trusted her with my life for six years now. She scheduled this televisit, not me, which goes to show you just how involved she is in her patients care. I truly do sing her praises.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Excellent communicationKnowledge regarding my case Great consultation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
ss my concerns with and answer my questions. She was extremely knowledgeable and explained / described information in an understandable way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
DR Gaillard is the best doctor I had ever had...I am impressed by her skills with researching & interpreting pathology reports, scans etc...she also has the best bedside manner, is very smart & professional...she addresses every need & answers every question
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Very patient, explained complex issues in a simple way, was honest and very up front about the situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
Dr. Gaillard is one of the best providers I've ever been to. She's compassionate and patient. She explains everything to me in an understandable and digestible manner. I've recommended her to several friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
Very polite and courteous. Very good medical explanations and take the necessary time for it. Knowledge of your medical work
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
My office visit was great and Dr Gaillard and [staff] were very helpful and answered questions in a way that I could understand. I was on time for my visit and did not get in for another 20 minutes.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
I consult Dr Gaillard on cancer issues for a 2nd opinion, since I have a local provider in SoMD. I find she is up to date on the latest treatments and options available to me, and I have consulted with her since the beginning of my Immunotherapy treatments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Very thorough and courteous & kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Very personal and kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Dr.Gaillard is very courteous and polite.She always has empathy and listens to my questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Excellent, knowledgeable and compassionate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2025
Dr Stephanie Gaillard is the best Doctor I have ever had...she impresses me with her knowledge & her research skills...I am in awe of her brilliance and the care that she arranges for me...I am so grateful that she is my Medical Oncologist & how well she is helping me through this cancer journey...I sincerely appreciate her & her expertise so much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2025
She was well prepared for this visit which was for a second opinion on how to treat my cancer. She listened very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
She spent an hour with us, was very thorough in providing information and listening and addressing my concerns. She was very genuine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
She is always very patient, thorough and answers any questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
I have been treated by the same oncologist at MSK for 19 years so changing was a huge step for me. Dr. Gaillard is absolutely wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Dr Gaillard was awesome and thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
She was through, informative, listened well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
Dr. Gaillard is thorough, provides information in an understandable fashion and has a fabulous ""bed side manner""
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Dr Galliard I has a warm and caring personality. She is very thorough with her questions and answers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr Gaillard is very cognizant of patient preference and works well listening and discussing treatment options. She makes you feel valued and that your input is heard
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Dr. Gaillard is the best doctor I have ever had. She is brilliant, kind, and compassionate. She listens to my concerns and questions and answers every question thoughtfully and thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Dr. Gaillard is an excellent physician who listens, explains and researches questions and concerns I may have about my illness. She always has time and never rushes my appointments. She is empathetic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Dr. Gaillard has excellent patient skills, explains things in detail and clearly, and answers all questions well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
She asked my important questions & always listened intently to my response...she allowed me adequate time to respond...her explanations were easy to understand & simple to follow...she explained multiple options in detail
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
Excellent