Biographical summary
Dr. Elisabeth Heath is a nationally and internationally recognized expert in genitourinary oncology, serving as the Chair of the Department of Oncology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. She specializes in clinical and translational research, focusing on early-phase and genitourinary clinical trials and improving care for all patients. Her expertise covers a range of genitourinary cancers, including prostate, kidney, and bladder cancer.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Heath has led large-scale, multi-institutional, peer-reviewed research initiatives aimed at fostering collaboration across medical disciplines. Her goal is to integrate research and clinical practice, translating scientific discoveries into real-world treatments.
Dr. Heath is also committed to improving patient access to care and their experience during treatment. She emphasizes collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to achieve holistic, effective patient outcomes. Her leadership and innovative approaches have advanced the understanding and treatment of genitourinary cancers while shaping cancer care practices both nationally and internationally. Through her work, Dr. Heath continues to contribute significantly to the oncology community, with a focus on patient-centered care and driving innovation in cancer care.
Conditions treated
Procedures performed
Interests
- Genitourinary Oncology
- Clinical trials
- Developmental therapeutics
- Translational science
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 1999
Fellowship - Medical OncologyJohns Hopkins University School of Medicine
- 1996
Residency - Internal MedicineGeorgetown University Hospital
- 1994
Internship - Internal MedicineGeorgetown University Hospital
- 1993
MDJefferson Medical College
- 1989
BS - Molecular BiologyLehigh University
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 1998
Medical OncologyAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
Awards and honors
- 2024
Gary Cowger Legacy AwardAmerican Cancer Society Michigan (Honors community impact makers.)
- 2020
Best Doctors
- 2019
The Lawrence M. Weiner AwardLawrence M. Weiner
- 2019
2019 Crain’s Detroit Business Detroit Health Care HeroCrain's Detroit Business
- 2017
Heroes of Cancer-Ribbon Champion Award Heroes of Cancer
- 2016
Michigan Cancer Consortium Champion AwardMichigan Cancer Consortium
- 2015
Top Doctors - Ambassador MagazineTop Docs
- 2014
The Wayne State University College Teaching AwardWayne State University College
- 2014
Hartman Endowed Chair for Prostate Cancer ResearchPatricia C. and E. Jan Hartmann
- 2014
First place Karmanos Cancer Center H.E.A.R.T TributeKarmanos Cancer Center
- 2013
Fellow of the American College of PhysiciansAmerican College of Physicians
- 2011
The Wayne State University College Teaching AwardWayne State University College
- 2011
Wayne State Physician Golden Heart Faculty AwardWayne State University
- 2011
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation McDevitt Excellence in Research AwardBlue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation
- 2010
Top Doctors - Hour MagazineTop Docs
- 2010
The Spirit of Detroit AwardDetroit City Council
- 2010
NCI Cancer Clinical Investigator Team Leadership AwardNational Cancer Institute
- 2009
The Leonard Tow 2009 Humanism in Medicine AwardLeonard Tow
- 2007
The Wayne State University College Teaching AwardWayne State University College
- 2007
The Alfred P. Gold Humanism SocietyAlfred P. Gold Humanism Society
- 2006
The Academy FellowshipThe Advisory Board
- 1999
Honorable Mention for Clinical ResearchJohns Hopkins Cancer Center 1999 Fellow Research Day Poster Session
- 1996
Alpha Omega Alpha
- 1989
Magna Cum Laude University Graduate
- 1989
College Scholar
- 1988
Phi Beta Kappa
Professional memberships
- 2024 - present
MemberAmerican Cancer Society
- 2022 - 2024
MemberAmerican Cancer Society Michigan
- 2021 - 2024
MemberNational Cancer Institute
- 2019 - present
Medical Advisory Board MemberZERO - the End of Prostate Cancer
- 2016 - 2017
Immediate Past PresidentKarmanos Cancer Center
- 2016 - 2024
Faculty CouncilWayne State University
- 2015 - present
MemberASCO/Cancer Care Ontario
- 2014 - 2016
PresidentKarmanos Cancer Center
- 2013 - 2015
Member-at-LargeWayne State University School of Medicine
- 2012 - 2024
MemberMichigan Institute of Urology
- 2012 - 2014
President–ElectKarmanos Cancer Center
- 2012 - 2024
MemberMichigan Cancer Consortium
- 2012 - 2018
MemberKarmanos Cancer Center
- 2010 - 2024
MemberKarmanos Cancer Center
- 2010 - 2012
Secretary/TreasurerKarmanos Cancer Center
- 2010 - 2024
MemberKarmanos Cancer Center
- 2010 - present
MemberProstate Cancer Foundation
- 2009 - 2010
Committee MemberWayne State University, Department of Internal Medicine
- 2007 - 2024
Founder and LeaderKarmanos Cancer Center
- 2007 - 2011
Member of the Health Sciences CommitteeWayne State University
- 2007 - 2009
MemberASCO
- 2006 - 2024
MemberKarmanos Cancer Center
- 2005 - 2010
MemberWertz Clinical Cancer Center, Karmanos Cancer Institute
- 2004 - 2024
MemberSouthwest Oncology Group
- 2004 - 2024
MemberKarmanos Cancer Center
- 2003 - 2024
MemberWertz Clinical Cancer Center, Karmanos Cancer Institute
- 2001 - 2002
External ReviewerNational Cancer Institute
- 1998 - present
MemberAmerican Association for Cancer Research
Publications
Research activities