Michael Keeney

Michael Keeney, M.D., is a pathologist affiliated with the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in Rochester, Minnesota. He holds the academic rank of Research Fellow within the Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education and works in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology. His research focuses on breast cancer, head and neck pathology, and molecular oncology.

Education

• MBA, University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management (2022)
• Fellow, Multidisciplinary Breast Program, Mayo Clinic (2018)
• Fellow, Surgical & Medical Pathology, Mayo Clinic (2017)
• Residency, Anatomic and Clinical Pathology, Mayo Clinic (2016)
• MD, Loma Linda University School of Medicine (2012)
• BS, Creighton University (2008)

Research Interests

Keeney’s work spans breast cancer subtypes, HPV-related malignancies, and regenerative medicine. He investigates diagnostic accuracy in DCIS, axillary management in rare carcinomas, and genetic alterations in salivary duct carcinomas. His publications include studies on ERBB2 gene copy numbers, MYB rearrangements, and tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes.

Scientific Awards

• Dean's List, Creighton University (2004)
• Academic Merit Scholarship, Creighton University (2004)

Professional Memberships

Active member of the American Board of Pathology (certified 2016), American Society of Clinical Pathology (2012–present), and College of American Pathologists (2012–present). Former member of the Pathology Specialists of Arizona Executive Committee (2019–2021).