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Florida's Top Choice for Treating Gastrointestinal Cancers

When it comes to beating a gastrointestinal cancer, your first choice is your best option. Choose Moffitt first.

Gastrointestinal cancers are among the most complex cancers to diagnose and treat. Our experts focus exclusively on specific GI disease sites, allowing patients to benefit from highly individualized treatment plans, advanced technologies, and access to innovative clinical trials. From common diagnoses to rare malignancies, our multidisciplinary teams are experienced in delivering expert care tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

We specialize in the evaluation and treatment of patients with GI cancers.

Diseases and tumors treated:

Colorectal & Anal

Rare & Complex GI Diseases

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Revolutionizing GI Cancer Treatment

To provide the best treatment options, our oncology and research teams are continually investigating advancements in:

  • Endoscopic, laparoscopic, and robotic surgery
  • Novel chemotherapy drugs and combination therapies
  • Minimally invasive treatment options performed by interventional radiology
  • FDA approved Histotripsy, a noninvasive liver-directed treatment options
  • Advanced imaging
  • Molecular therapies and immunotherapies
  • Pain management
  • Risk assessment, screening, early detection, and prevention methods

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Our goal is to tailor the surgical approach to each patient, ensuring the best balance of safety, effectiveness, and recovery.”
Jason Denbo, MD
Gastrointestinal Oncology Surgeon

Raising the Bar

Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, recognized for our commitment to innovation in research and treatment. Patients seen at Moffitt not only have access to surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, but also to innovative clinical trials and groundbreaking advancements, such as minimally invasive ablation, radioembolization and biological therapies. Because of this our outcomes are higher than the national averages.

Moffitt’s Gastrointestinal Cancer Experts

You can feel confident choosing Moffitt for your gastrointestinal cancer care. Our experts specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of GI cancers, offering personalized care for complex cancers of the digestive system.

  • Medical Oncologists
    Tiago  Biachi, MD, PhD

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology

    Specialty

    Medical Oncology

    Cancer Focus

    Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer

    Location

    Moffitt Magnolia Campus

    4.9 (124)
    Jaekyung  Cheon, MD

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology

    Specialty

    Hematology/Oncology

    Cancer Focus

    Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Gallbladder Cancer, Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer

    Location

    Moffitt Magnolia Campus
    Moffitt at Speros

    Jennifer  Eatrides, MD

    Program

    MMG Ambulatory HemOnc

    Specialty

    Hematology/Oncology

    Cancer Focus

    Anal Cancer, Classical Hematology, Colon Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Leukemia, Multiple Myeloma-Plasma Cell Disorders, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

    Location

    Moffitt International Plaza

    4.9 (115)
    Martine  Extermann, MD, PhD
    Program Lead, Senior Adult Oncology

    Program

    Senior Adult Oncology

    Title

    Program Leader, Senior Adult Oncology Program

    Specialty

    Medical Oncology

    Cancer Focus

    Anal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach (Gastric) Cancer, Triple Negative Breast Cancer

    Location

    Moffitt McKinley Outpatient Center

    4.8 (185)
    Kirsten  Blue, PA-C

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Oncology

    Specialty

    Medical Oncology

    4.9 (173)
    Kara  Miller, PA-C

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Oncology

    Specialty

    Medical Oncology

    Cancer Focus

    Anal Cancer, Colon Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Cancer

    4.8 (137)
    Tiffany  Valone, PA-C

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Oncology

    Title

    SPVR MIDLEVELS

    Specialty

    Medical Oncology

    Cancer Focus

    Colon Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor

    Location

    Moffitt Magnolia Campus

    4.9 (124)
  • Surgical Oncologists
    Jacques  Fontaine, MD

    Program

    Thoracic Oncology

    Specialty

    Thoracic Surgery

    Cancer Focus

    Esophageal Cancer, Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma, Pancoast Tumor, Thymoma

    Location

    Moffitt Magnolia Campus

    4.9 (203)
    Melissa  Adams, PA-C

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Oncology

    Specialty

    Surgery

    Cancer Focus

    GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor), Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cysts, Stomach (Gastric) Cancer

    4.9 (252)
    Heather  Chastain, PA-C

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Oncology

    Specialty

    Surgery

    Cancer Focus

    Anal Cancer, Colon Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Cancer

    4.8 (114)
    Danielle  Laskowitz, PA-C

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Oncology

    Specialty

    Surgery

    Cancer Focus

    Anal Cancer, Appendiceal (Appendix) Cancer, Colon Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Peritoneal Cancer, Rectal Cancer

  • Radiation Oncologists
    Jimmy  Caudell, MD, PhD

    Program

    Radiation Oncology

    Specialty

    Radiation Oncology

    Cancer Focus

    Esophageal Cancer, Head and Neck Cancer, Oral Cavity or Throat Cancer, Throat Cancer, Thyroid Cancer

    Location

    Moffitt Magnolia Campus

    4.9 (119)
    Jessica  Frakes, MD

    Program

    Radiation Oncology

    Specialty

    Radiation Oncology

    Cancer Focus

    Adrenal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Appendiceal (Appendix) Cancer, Colon Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor), Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Rectal Cancer

    Location

    Moffitt Magnolia Campus

    4.9 (70)
    Sarah  Hoffe, MD

    Program

    Radiation Oncology

    Title

    Interim Chair, Department of Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology

    Specialty

    Radiation Oncology

    Cancer Focus

    Adrenal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Appendiceal (Appendix) Cancer, Colon Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor), Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Rectal Cancer

    Location

    Moffitt Magnolia Campus

    4.9 (48)
  • Gastroenterologists
    Jason  Klapman, MD, FASGE

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Oncology

    Specialty

    Gastroenterology

    Cancer Focus

    Pancreatic Cancer

    Location

    Moffitt Magnolia Campus

    Candice  Hallmon, APRN

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Oncology

    Specialty

    Gastroenterology

    Cancer Focus

    Colon Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumor, GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor), Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cysts, Rectal Cancer

    4.8 (15)
    Cassandra  Miranda, APRN

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Oncology

    Specialty

    Gastroenterology

    Cancer Focus

    Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Colon Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumor, GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor), Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cysts, Rectal Cancer, Small Intestine Cancer

    Location

    Moffitt Magnolia Campus

    4.9 (25)
    Christopher  Ray, PA-C

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Oncology

    Specialty

    Gastroenterology

    Cancer Focus

    Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Colon Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumor, Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Rectal Cancer

    4.9 (151)
    Sarah  Zhu, PA-C

    Program

    Gastrointestinal Oncology

    Specialty

    Gastroenterology

    Cancer Focus

    Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Gallbladder Cancer, Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumor, Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer

    Location

    Moffitt Magnolia Campus

Early Detection and Screening Is Your Best Chance

Early detection greatly increases the chances of effective cancer treatment. Screening for colorectal cancer in particular is important as it can detect signs of precancerous lesions. Screening should begin at age 45 for individuals of average risk and earlier for those at higher risk.

Screening and early detection save lives. We can beat colon cancer, one screening at a time.

Request a New Patient Appointment. No Referral Needed.

Please complete this online form to begin the appointment scheduling process. Most insurance plans do not require a referral for an appointment. A member of our Patient Access team will contact you to schedule an appointment. 

Patient Appointment Center: 888-663-3488
Hours: Monday-Friday, 7am-6pm and Saturday 8am-12pm ET.

What You'll Need

Whether you call us or complete the online form below, you'll need to have a few things ready:

  • Patient's full name, contact information and date of birth
  • Reason for visit
  • Patient's primary insurance information

Appointment Details

NOTE: If you are an international patient (including Puerto Rico), please complete the International Patient Appointment Request form. 

NOTE: If you are an international patient (including Puerto Rico), please complete the International Patient Appointment Request form. 

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