Hematology
Axel Grothey, M.D.
Director of Gastrointestinal Cancer Research, West Cancer Center & Research Institute
Brighton, TN
Dr. Grothey is a board-certified medical oncologist specializing in gastrointestinal cancers, particularly colorectal cancer, at West Cancer Center in Memphis. Previously a Professor of Oncology at Mayo Clinic (2005-2018), he has co-authored more than 500 articles and serves on the NCCN Guidelines Committee for Colon, Rectal, and Anal Cancer.
35+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine (ABIM)
- Hematology and Medical Oncology (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Medical School: Ruhr-Universitat Bochum, Germany (MD)
- Residency: University of Essen / University of Bochum (Internal Medicine)
- Fellowship: University of Bochum (Hematology-Oncology)
- Fellowship: MD Anderson Cancer Center (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, research)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Hematology & Oncology
Conditions & Treatments
LeukemiaLymphomaMultiple MyelomaHematologic Malignancies
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Starr Regional Medical Center Athens
Experience
35+ years in practice