Geoffrey W. Krampitz, M.D., Ph.D., FACS, FSSO

Dr. Geoffrey W. His clinical practice focuses on pancreatic cancer surgery, including the Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy), as well as primary and metastatic liver tumors, bile duct and gallbladder cancers, and other complex gastrointestinal malignancies. He specializes in complex HPB surgery and multidisciplinary cancer care, with an emphasis on careful surgical planning and coordinated treatment strategies. Based at Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento and Sutter Roseville Medical Center, he is leading the development of a regional program focused on expanding access to complex pancreatic, liver, biliary, and gastrointestinal cancer surgery. In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Krampitz has conducted research in tumor biology and surgical oncology, with peer-reviewed publications that inform his approach to complex cancer care. His academic background supports careful evaluation of tumor biology, surgical strategy, and multidisciplinary treatment planning. When appropriate, he incorporates advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques to enhance operative visualization and precision during complex abdominal cancer surgery while maintaining strict adherence to oncologic principles. Dr. Krampitz has been recognized as a Master Surgeon in Robotic Surgery by the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC). Dr. Krampitz provides consultation at Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento and Sutter Roseville Medical Center for patients seeking evaluation for pancreatic cancer surgery, the Whipple procedure, robotic pancreatic surgery, liver tumor resection, bile duct and gallbladder cancer surgery, and other complex HPB and gastrointestinal malignancies. He accepts referrals from physicians throughout Sacramento, Roseville, and Northern California, including patients with complex or high-risk disease.

Dr. Krampitz participates in multidisciplinary cancer conferences, physician education, and regional outreach initiatives focused on advancing hepatopancreatobiliary and complex gastrointestinal surgical oncology throughout the greater Sacramento region. He also supports mentorship and physician development initiatives, including programs that help students pursue careers in medicine and biomedical science. Krampitz, MD, PhD, FACS, FSSO is a fellowship-trained pancreatic cancer surgeon and hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgical oncologist serving patients in Sacramento, Roseville, and throughout Northern California. Dr. Krampitz serves as Program Medical Director of Hepatopancreatobiliary and Complex GI Surgical Oncology for Sutter Medical Group. Dr. Krampitz earned his undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering from Johns Hopkins University and completed his MD and PhD training at Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed general surgery residency at Stanford, followed by fellowship training in Complex General Surgical Oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, where he refined advanced techniques in pancreatic, liver, gastric, esophageal, and colorectal cancer surgery. Before relocating to Sacramento, Dr. Krampitz served as Chair of the Department of Surgery at Sutter Health Mills-Peninsula Medical Center and as Robotics Center of Excellence Program Director, helping lead the development of advanced robotic surgical programs.

Outside of Medicine, Dr. Krampitz enjoys spending time with his family, supporting his daughter’s equestrian competitions, and attending his son’s sporting events. He also enjoys outdoor recreation throughout the Sacramento region and Northern California.