Nabil Wasif, M.D.

Nabil Wasif, M.D., M.P.H., is a cancer surgeon or surgical oncologist who provides care for people with complex cancers at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Wasif's clinical expertise includes advanced sarcoma and gastrointestinal malignancies, with a focus on procedures that improve both survival and quality of life. He takes pride in working closely with each individual to develop a surgical plan designed for optimal outcomes and meaningful recovery.

Dr. Wasif's practice integrates leading-edge surgical techniques with compassionate care. As both a clinician and researcher, he is dedicated to advancing outcomes in surgical oncology both inside and outside the operating room, with particular interests in health services research and cancer care delivery.

His philosophy reflects his deep commitment to his field: "I take pride in my work — this is not just a job but a calling."

Areas of surgical expertise

Dr. Wasif provides individualized surgical care for people with gastrointestinal and soft tissue cancers, offering advanced procedures tailored to each diagnosis and treatment goal.

• Appendiceal cancers and HIPEC: Cytoreductive surgery combined with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) for people with peritoneal surface malignancies.
• Retroperitoneal sarcoma: Complex resection for primary and recurrent tumors arising in the retroperitoneum.
• Gastric cancer: Robotic gastrectomy and minimally invasive surgical approaches for localized and advanced disease.
• Soft tissue and GIST tumors: Surgical management of gastrointestinal stromal tumors and other soft tissue sarcomas.
• Neuroendocrine tumors: Resection of neuroendocrine tumors affecting gastrointestinal and abdominal organs.

Research and expertise

Dr. Wasif's research explores the intersection of surgical oncology and health services, with emphasis on improving access, quality, and outcomes in cancer surgery. His scholarly interests include optimizing cancer care delivery systems and evaluating the effectiveness of complex oncologic procedures. As Chair of the Division of Surgical Oncology, he contributes to the development of future surgical oncologists and the evolution of evidence-based practice at Mayo Clinic.

Personal note

Outside of his surgical practice, Dr. Wasif is an avid mountain biker, enjoys science fiction and fantasy literature, and is a frequent attendee of music festivals.