Christopher B. Dechet

Christopher B. Dechet, MD, is a Professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Utah, specializing in Urologic Oncology through the Huntsman Cancer Institute. As Director of the Section for Urologic Oncology and holder of the Anderson Family Endowed Chair, he focuses on surgical treatments for prostate, kidney, bladder, adrenal, and testicular cancers using robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgical approaches.

• Undergraduate: Stanford University (German Studies BA)
• Medical Degree: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
• Training: Mayo Clinic (Surgery/Urology Residency)

His research emphasizes improving surgical outcomes via a quality-of-life database and robotic surgical innovations for high-risk prostate cancer. Clinical expertise spans complex partial nephrectomies, cystectomy with neobladder formation, and nerve-sparing prostatectomy. He has received multiple awards, including the Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons Achievement Award and Vitals Top 10 Doctor recognition.

• Scientific Awards
  • Patient Choice Physician Award
  • Most Compassionate Doctor
  • Vitals Top 10 Doctor/Specialist
  • Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons Achievement Award