SUMMARY
The research interests of Eric J. Dozois, M.D., involve the surgical management of presacral tumors and locally advanced primary and recurrent rectal cancer. Dr. Dozois and his team also study revisional surgery for ileal pouch-anal anastomosis and stem cell therapy for patients with anorectal fistulas. As an educator, he prioritizes innovation in surgical training.
Focus areas
- Improving oncologic and clinical outcomes through innovative surgical approaches using cross-disciplinary surgical teams in the management of complex pelvic tumors, including locally advanced and recurrent rectal cancer.
- Clinical and functional outcomes in patients:
- With rare presacral tumors.
- Undergoing revisional surgery for failing ileal pouch anal anastomosis.
- Cell therapy for patients with anorectal fistulas.
Significance to patient care
Dr. Dozois and his team have developed surgical techniques and published results that have set new standards for optimizing outcomes in patients with complex pelvic tumors. These advances have improved patient care because the approach Dr. Dozois uses leverages cross-disciplinary teams in:
- Urology.
- Orthopedic oncology.
- Plastic surgery.
- Gynecologic oncology.
- Radiation oncology.
- Gastroenterology.
To address a major unmet need in patients with perianal fistulizing Crohn's disease, Dr. Dozois has collaborated with colleagues in gastroenterology and immunology. They are developing and studying therapeutics that may lead to new treatment paradigms for patients with poorly managed perianal Crohn's disease.
Professional highlights
- Team Science Award, Mayo Clinic, 2017.