Dr. Deepa Magge
Doctor Overview
Dr. Deepa Magge is a surgical oncologist who treats patients at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center. She specializes in gastrointestinal and peritoneal cancers, like peritoneal mesothelioma. She is an associate professor of surgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She also serves as director of the Peritoneal Surface Malignancy/HIPEC Program at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center.
Alongside her clinical practice and teaching responsibilities, Dr. Magge also participates in medical research. She has investigated cancer-fighting viruses and local therapies, including heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC). She has co-authored more than 50 medical articles and presented her findings at national conferences.
Doctor Fast Facts
Main Specialty: Surgical Oncology
Other Interests & Specialties: Cytoreductive surgery, gastrointestinal cancer surgery, HIPEC and minimally invasive surgery.
Certifications, Awards & Accolades: American Board Certifications in Complex General Surgical Oncology and General Surgery, Anne and David Mishel Cancer Research Award
Education & Experience:
- Medical Degree from Boston University
- Internship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
- Residency in General Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
- Fellowship in Complex Surgical Oncology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Publications
Comparison of Outcomes after Cytoreductive Surgery with Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy Among Patients with Non-Mucinous vs Mucinous Tumors. Am Surg. 2026 Mar;92(3):826-32.
Co-occurrence of peritoneal mesothelioma and genitourinary cancers: a case series with comparative outcomes. Pleura Peritoneum. 2025 Dec;10(4):177–84.
