Oncology

John Skibber, M.D.

Professor of Surgery

Dr. John M. Skibber is a surgical oncologist specializing in the multidisciplinary management of cancer patients, with a focus on gastrointestinal malignancies including anal and rectal cancers. He treats adult patients requiring complex surgical interventions for cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation, devoting a major portion of his practice to these activities at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX. With over 44 years of experience sin

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Credentials

Education & Training

Medical School: Jefferson Medical College (MD, 1981)
Residency: NYU Langone Health (Surgery, 1982-1989)
Fellowship: University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (Surgical Oncology, 1989-1991)

Years in Practice

45+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2024

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Surgical Oncology

Conditions & Treatments

Chemotherapy

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Russellville Hospital
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Skibber treats

Chemotherapy

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Skibber accept Aetna insurance?

John Skibber's public profile lists Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna plus 3 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Skibber practice?

John Skibber practices in Houston, TX with hospital affiliations including Russellville Hospital and University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

What does Dr. Skibber specialize in?

John Skibber is a board-certified oncology specialist with focus areas in Surgical Oncology.

How long has Dr. Skibber been practicing?

John Skibber has 45+ years of clinical experience in oncology.

What is Dr. Skibber's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Jefferson Medical College (MD, 1981); Residency: NYU Langone Health (Surgery, 1982-1989); Fellowship: University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (Surgical Oncology, 1989-1991).