Dr. Erin P. Ward

Doctor Overview

Dr. Erin P. Ward is a surgical oncologist at Huntsman Cancer Institute and an assistant professor of surgery. She specializes in abdominal and peritoneal surface malignancies, including peritoneal mesothelioma.

Dr. Ward treats cancer with advanced surgical techniques. She is skilled at performing cytoreductive surgery and heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC). These are common peritoneal mesothelioma treatments. Her clinical research focuses on the impact of psychosocial health on patient-reported outcomes.

Doctor Fast Facts

Main Specialty: Surgical Oncology

Other Interests & Specialties: Appendiceal cancer, gastric cancer, HIPEC, mesothelioma, metastatic colorectal cancer, minimally invasive surgery, neuroendocrine tumors and peritoneal-based malignancies.

Certifications, Awards & Accolades: American Board Certifications in Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology

Education & Experience:

• Medical Degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
• Residency in Surgery at the University of California San Diego Medical Center
• ellowship in Surgery at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals

Publications

Consensus Guideline for the Management of Malignant Gastrointestinal Obstruction in Patients with Peritoneal Surface Malignancies. Ann Surg Oncol. 2025 Jun 25.

Exploring the Patient Experience Through Qualitative Methods: The Missing Piece of Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC Research. Ann Surg Oncol. 2024 Nov;31(12):7679–81.