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Dr. Courtney L. Scaife is a Professor of Surgery in the Division of Surgical Oncology at the University of Utah School of Medicine and Huntsman Cancer Institute, specializing in pancreatic and colorectal cancers. Recognized for exceptional surgical skill and compassionate patient care, she maintains a 4.9/5 patient satisfaction rating based on 175 reviews highlighting her expertise, communication clarity, and confidence in complex procedures including the Whipple operation.
Education:
- B.S. from DePauw University
- M.D. from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine
- General Surgery Residency and Internship at University of Utah School of Medicine
- Oncology Fellowship at University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Dr. Scaife's research centers on pancreatic cancer genomics, colorectal cancer survivorship, and surgical outcomes optimization. Her work spans molecular characterization of precancerous lesions (IPMN), clinical trials for surgical prophylaxis, and pandemic impacts on cancer care. Recent publications reveal expertise in identifying actionable genomic aberrations in rare pancreatic tumors and developing evidence-based guidelines for ampullary adenocarcinoma.
Analysis of her 13 publications (2021-2024) shows strong interdisciplinary focus combining surgical oncology, genomics, and public health. Key trends include molecular profiling of pancreatic neoplasms, health disparities research in rural/Indigenous populations, and pandemic-related behavioral studies. Her NCCN guideline contributions and JAMA-published clinical trial on antibiotic prophylaxis demonstrate significant impact on surgical oncology standards.
As a Huntsman Cancer Institute translational scholar, Dr. Scaife bridges laboratory discoveries and clinical practice through multi-institutional collaborations. Her podcast appearances and news features emphasize patient education about colorectal cancer screening, Whipple procedures, and Barrett's Esophagus management, reflecting commitment to public knowledge dissemination.
