Dr. Travis E. Grotz, M.D., M.S., is a board-certified surgical oncologist specializing in cancers of the gastrointestinal (GI) system and soft tissues. With advanced training in minimally invasive techniques—including robotic and laparoscopic surgery—he also performs complex operations for advanced and rare cancers. Dr. Grotz trained at both Mayo Clinic and MD Anderson Cancer Center, two of the nation’s leading institutions for cancer care. At Mayo Clinic, he leads clinical trials exploring innovative treatments such as intraperitoneal therapy. Beyond the operating room, Dr. Grotz is an active researcher, educator, and leader in the cancer community. He serves on editorial boards for top medical journals, contributes to national treatment guidelines for peritoneal mesothelioma through the NCCN, and advises several cancer-focused nonprofit organizations. His areas of expertise include gastric cancer, gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST), peritoneal mesothelioma, HIPEC, pseudomyxoma peritonei, and other complex abdominal malignancies. Dr. Grotz is dedicated to delivering personalized, compassionate care through a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach.