Meet the Provider
Personal Statement:
Dr. Knecht believes in an evidence-based and multi-disciplinary approach to the care of cancer patients. He treats all solid tumors, as well as diagnosing and treating multiple types of blood disorders and hematologic malignancies. He treats all adult patients, but he has a special interest in geriatric oncology and palliative care. Being from the local community Dr. Knecht offers a unique insight into his patient’s lives.
Board Certifications:
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- Medical Oncology
Experience:
- Oncology and Hematology of South Texas
- University of Texas Medical Branch, Medical Oncology
- University of Texas Medical Branch, Internal Medicine
Hospital Affiliations:
- Houston Methodist St. John Hospital
- Kindred Healthcare Hospital – Clear Lake
- Memorial Hermann Southeast
- Clear Lake Regional Medical Center
- Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital
- Cornerstone Hospital
Education Background:
- University of Texas Medical Branch Medical Oncology
- University of Texas Medical Branch Internal Medicine
- Georges University, Grenada, West Indies, MD
- University of Texas at Austin Bachelors of Arts, Microbiology
Awards:
- Travel Grant Award Recipient- 10th Annual Symposium on Gastrointestinal Cancer, St. Louis, MO
Languages:
- English
- Spanish