Expertise in
26
conditions

Dr. Axel Grothey

Hematology | Oncology
West Cancer Center And Research Institute
7945 Wolf River Blvd, 
Germantown, TN 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
26
conditions
West Cancer Center And Research Institute
7945 Wolf River Blvd, 
Germantown, TN 

Overview

Axel Grothey is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Germantown, Tennessee.

Dr. Grothey is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Febrile Neutropenia, Pancreatic Cancer, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Hepatectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 251 peer reviewed articles and participating in 8 clinical trials. Dr. Grothey is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Hematology
Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in TN

Hospital Affiliations

Regional One Health

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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Anthem BCBS
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Cigna
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Farm Bureau Health Plans
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Medicaid
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Medicare
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UnitedHealthcare
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Wellcare
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Locations

West Cancer Center And Research Institute
7945 Wolf River Blvd, Germantown, TN 38138
Other Locations
The West Clinic PLLC
7945 Wolf River Blvd, Germantown, TN 38138
The West Clinic PLLC
2001 State Dr, Corinth, MS 38834

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Grothey has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Metastatic Uveal Melanoma

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.

8 Clinical Trials

Phase II, Open-label, Single Arm, Multicenter Study of Encorafenib, Binimetinib Plus Cetuximab in Subjects With Previously Untreated BRAF V600E -Mutant Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
Phase II, Open-label, Single Arm, Multicenter Study of Encorafenib, Binimetinib Plus Cetuximab in Subjects With Previously Untreated BRAF V600E -Mutant Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 16, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase III Randomized Trial of Gemcitabine, Cisplatin, and Nab-Paclitaxel Versus Gemcitabine and Cisplatin in Newly Diagnosed, Advanced Biliary Tract Cancers
A Phase III Randomized Trial of Gemcitabine, Cisplatin, and Nab-Paclitaxel Versus Gemcitabine and Cisplatin in Newly Diagnosed, Advanced Biliary Tract Cancers
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 12, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Cisplatin, Gemcitabine, Nab-Paclitaxel
Study Phase: Phase 3
Regorafenib Dose Optimization Study (ReDOS): A Phase II Randomized Study of Lower Dose Regorafenib Compared to Standard Dose Regorafenib in Patients With Refractory Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC)
Regorafenib Dose Optimization Study (ReDOS): A Phase II Randomized Study of Lower Dose Regorafenib Compared to Standard Dose Regorafenib in Patients With Refractory Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 18, 2025
Intervention Type: Other, Drug
Study Drugs: Clobetasol propionate, Regorafenib
Study Phase: Phase 2
MOUNTAINEER: A Phase II, Open Label Study of Tucatinib Combined With Trastuzumab in Patients With HER2+ Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
MOUNTAINEER: A Phase II, Open Label Study of Tucatinib Combined With Trastuzumab in Patients With HER2+ Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: November 26, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
BACCI: A Phase II Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study of Capecitabine Bevacizumab Plus Atezolizumab Versus Capecitabine Bevacizumab Plus Placebo in Patients With Refractory Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
BACCI: A Phase II Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study of Capecitabine Bevacizumab Plus Atezolizumab Versus Capecitabine Bevacizumab Plus Placebo in Patients With Refractory Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: August 23, 2024
Intervention Type: Other, Drug, Biological
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Multicenter, Randomized, Open-label, 3-Arm Phase 3 Study of Encorafenib + Cetuximab Plus or Minus Binimetinib vs. Irinotecan/Cetuximab or Infusional 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU)/Folinic Acid (FA)/Irinotecan (FOLFIRI)/Cetuximab With a Safety Lead-in of Encorafenib + Binimetinib + Cetuximab in Patients With BRAF V600E-mutant Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
A Multicenter, Randomized, Open-label, 3-Arm Phase 3 Study of Encorafenib + Cetuximab Plus or Minus Binimetinib vs. Irinotecan/Cetuximab or Infusional 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU)/Folinic Acid (FA)/Irinotecan (FOLFIRI)/Cetuximab With a Safety Lead-in of Encorafenib + Binimetinib + Cetuximab in Patients With BRAF V600E-mutant Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 21, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
Phase I Study of Defactinib Combined With Pembrolizumab and Gemcitabine in Patients With Advanced Cancer
Phase I Study of Defactinib Combined With Pembrolizumab and Gemcitabine in Patients With Advanced Cancer
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 20, 2021
Intervention Type: Biological, Drug
Study Phase: Phase 1
A Phase 2, Open-Label, Randomized, Non-Comparative Study With Preliminary Dose Finding to Evaluate eFT508 Monotherapy or eFT508 in Combination With Avelumab in Subjects With Microsatellite Stable Relapsed or Refractory Colorectal Cancer
A Phase 2, Open-Label, Randomized, Non-Comparative Study With Preliminary Dose Finding to Evaluate eFT508 Monotherapy or eFT508 in Combination With Avelumab in Subjects With Microsatellite Stable Relapsed or Refractory Colorectal Cancer
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 18, 2019
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
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251 Total Publications

Evaluating longitudinal toxicity and adverse event in cetuximab-treated metastatic colorectal cancer: a pooled analysis from 1,302 patients in ARCAD database.
Evaluating longitudinal toxicity and adverse event in cetuximab-treated metastatic colorectal cancer: a pooled analysis from 1,302 patients in ARCAD database.
Journal: Journal of the National Cancer Institute
Published: April 28, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Axel Grothey

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Axel Grothey?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Axel Grothey by calling their office at 901-683-0055. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Axel Grothey a top-rated expert for Colorectal Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Axel Grothey is classified as an Elite expert for Colorectal Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Axel Grothey specialize in?

While Dr. Axel Grothey is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Cancer, Febrile Neutropenia, and Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.

Does Dr. Axel Grothey participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Axel Grothey has published 251 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Axel Grothey's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Axel Grothey accept my insurance?

Dr. Axel Grothey accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 901-683-0055 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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