Overview
Clancy J. Clark, MD is a board-certified surgeon specializing in hepatobiliary and pancreas surgery with expertise in minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques. His practice focuses on the surgical management of liver, bile duct, and pancreatic cancers, as well as benign conditions such as bile duct injuries, pancreatitis, and liver tumors. With fellowship training from the Mayo Clinic and extensive experience in complex surgical oncology, Dr. Clark is committed to providing the highest standard of care using the latest advancements in surgical technology.Dr. Clark strives to build trust, transparency, and shared decision-making with his patients. He will take the time to ensure patients and their families fully understand their diagnosis and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions. Surgery can be overwhelming, and Dr. Clark helps guide patients through the process with clarity and compassion. By utilizing minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Clark aims to improve surgical outcomes, reduce recovery times, and enhance overall quality of life.Dr. Clark is an internationally recognized surgeon and researcher focused on improving outcomes in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, with an emphasis on surgical innovation, healthcare informatics, and clinical trials for gastrointestinal cancers. He has led national studies evaluating surgical risk assessment, perioperative optimization, and novel treatment strategies. Additionally, Dr. Clark is actively involved in shaping surgical education and policy through leadership roles in national surgical societies.Outside of work, Dr. Clark enjoys fly fishing, skiing, and traveling. He has a passion for Formula One racing, which reflects his appreciation for precision, innovation, and continuous improvement—principles that also guide his surgical practice.
Dr. Clark is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Acute Pancreatitis, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1100 Ninth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Clark isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Clark isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Advanced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Clark isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Clark isAdvanced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Clark isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Clark isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Clark isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- Experienced
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- CellulitisDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholestasisDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- EndoscopyDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.