Dr. Master’s primary clinical interest is urologic oncology, in particular kidney cancer, adrenal tumors, testicular cancer, high-risk prostate cancer and penile cancers. Dr. Master is a renowned national expert in the surgical treatment of kidney cancer particularly a complex variety that extends into the main blood vessels and the heart. He also has a special interest in minimally invasive laparoscopic technique that removes of cancerous lymph nodes with minimal interference with the patients’ quality of life.
As the Director of Clinical Research, he is active in investigating the role of inflammation in cancers and in researching “host” (patient) interaction with the disease. In his role as Associate Chair for Clinical Affairs and Quality, he works closely with all faculty members towards a common goal of providing the highest quality of care to our patients. Emory University Hospital (EUH) ranks number one hospital (out of 187) in both Georgia and metro Atlanta (2013-2014 U.S. News & World Report), and the Department of Urology ranks as one of Emory’s top ten high-performing adult specialty areas.