Dr. Garrett M. Nash, MD, is a surgical oncologist specializing in cancers of the colon, rectum, anus, appendix, and peritoneum at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK). He also serves as Vice President of Quality and Safety at MSK, where he oversees clinical quality, patient safety, and infection control. Dr. Nash brings specialized expertise in the treatment of peritoneal cavity cancers, including pseudomyxoma peritonei and mesothelioma, and has advanced training in the latest surgical techniques for colorectal cancer, including robotic surgery. He is known for his patient-centered approach, taking time to listen carefully to each patient's concerns, address questions about prognosis and quality of life, and develop individualized care plans that reflect the specific details of each person's diagnosis and preferences.
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Research papers · PubMed
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Known for
Minimally invasive surgery and robotic surgery
The distinction that sets them apart from other colorectal surgeons.
Specializes in
Intraperitoneal chemotherapy
A narrow focus means they see far more of these cases than a general surgeon.
Background
Education
Medical school: MD, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons · MPH, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Residency: Surgery, University of Massachusetts Medical School · Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical College
Fellowship: Colon and Rectal Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia and Weill Cornell · Advanced Colorectal Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Board certifications: Surgery · Colon and Rectal Surgery