Victoria E. Clark, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Victoria Clark is a neurosurgeon and neurosurgical oncologist at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, where she serves as the State of Florida Endowed Chair of Cancer Research.

She specializes in the surgical treatment of primary and metastatic brain tumors, including meningiomas, glioblastomas, acoustic neuromas, and other complex tumors of the brain and skull base. Her expertise includes awake brain surgery and advanced motor and speech mapping, allowing her to maximize tumor removal while preserving critical neurological function whenever possible.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Clark directs a research laboratory focused on understanding the molecular and genetic mechanisms that drive meningioma development and identifying new targeted therapies for brain tumors. Her research bridges laboratory discovery and patient care, advancing precision medicine and expanding treatment options for patients with both benign and malignant tumors.

Dr. Clark works closely with specialists in neuro-oncology, radiation oncology, neuroradiology, neuropathology and other disciplines to develop personalized treatment plans for each patient. Her approach combines advanced surgical techniques with the latest imaging and brain mapping technologies to provide safe, precise care tailored to each person's diagnosis and goals.

Dr. Clark earned her bachelor's degree in Biochemical Sciences from Harvard University before receiving her M.D. and Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Yale University School of Medicine, where her doctoral research characterized the genomic architecture of meningiomas. She completed her neurosurgery residency at Massachusetts General Hospital and a clinical fellowship in neurosurgical oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

"My goals are to provide an accurate diagnosis, a personalized care plan aligned with each patient's priorities, and timely care," says Dr. Clark. "Caring for someone with a brain tumor is about more than surgery – we have the privilege of supporting our patients and their families throughout their journey, using the latest advances in neurosurgery to help them achieve the best possible outcome."

Outside of medicine, Dr. Clark enjoys spending time at the beach and being with her family.