Surgical Oncologist in the San Francisco Bay Area

Hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) and Complex Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgery

Pancreatic, liver, bile duct, and complex gastrointestinal cancers require evaluation by a fellowship-trained surgical oncologist with dedicated expertise in hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgery.

Dr. Geoffrey W. Krampitz, MD, PhD, FACS, FSSO is a fellowship-trained surgical oncologist specializing in pancreatic cancer, liver tumors, cholangiocarcinoma, gastric cancer, esophageal cancer, colorectal malignancies, retroperitoneal sarcoma, and adrenal tumors. His practice is focused on complex HPB and upper gastrointestinal oncology, integrating advanced operative technique with multidisciplinary oncologic strategy.

Care is delivered at Sutter Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, serving patients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California.

Treatment planning incorporates high-resolution imaging review, pathology and molecular profiling, systemic therapy response assessment, and coordinated multidisciplinary sequencing.

Specialized Surgical Oncology Expertise

Hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) Cancers

Comprehensive management of complex HPB malignancies, including:

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Upper Gastrointestinal Cancers

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Colorectal Malignancies

Peritoneal Surface Malignancies

Retroperitoneal and Adrenal Tumors

Advanced Robotic and Minimally Invasive HPB Surgery

When oncologically appropriate, minimally invasive and robotic surgical approaches are incorporated to support recovery while maintaining strict adherence to cancer surgery principles.

Robotic platforms provide enhanced three-dimensional visualization and wristed instrument articulation, facilitating precise dissection in anatomically complex regions including:

  • The pancreatic head and mesenteric vessels

  • The hepatic hilum

  • The mediastinum

  • The retroperitoneum

  • The deep pelvis

Learn more about Robotic Surgical Oncology.

Multidisciplinary Cancer Care in the Bay Area

Complex HPB and gastrointestinal cancers require coordinated evaluation across specialties.

Treatment planning frequently involves collaboration with:

  • Medical oncology

  • Radiation oncology

  • Advanced endoscopy

  • Diagnostic and interventional radiology

  • Pathology and molecular diagnostics

Learn more about the Referral Process.

Serving Patients Throughout the San Francisco Bay Area

Surgical oncology consultation is available for patients from:

  • San Francisco

  • San Mateo County

  • Burlingame

  • Palo Alto

  • Redwood City

  • Mountain View

  • San Jose

  • Silicon Valley

  • Marin County

  • East Bay

  • Northern California

Patients are referred for evaluation of complex pancreatic cancer, liver tumors, bile duct cancer, gastric cancer, colorectal malignancies, retroperitoneal sarcoma, and peritoneal surface disease.

Second opinions are welcome at any stage of diagnosis or treatment planning.

Consultation and Second Opinions

Early evaluation by a fellowship-trained HPB surgical oncologist may clarify resectability, multidisciplinary sequencing, and long-term oncologic strategy.

Comprehensive review of imaging, pathology, and prior treatment history informs individualized care planning.

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