Guy Clifton, MD
Provider is directly employed by MedStar Health
Provider is directly employed by MedStar HealthSpecialties: Surgical Oncology
Languages: English
About me
Guy Travis Clifton, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgical oncologist and Surgical Chief of Melanoma at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. He treats a variety of cancer types with a special focus in the treatment of melanoma, sarcoma, and other cutaneous malignancies.
Dr. Clifton performs advanced surgical procedures, along with cutting-edge procedures such as tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte therapy and oncolytic virus therapy. He also specializes in robotic surgery and other minimally invasive procedures. He believes in a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach and is committed to offering more clinical trials, both before and after surgery, to improve cancer outcomes and decrease morbidity and/or complications.
A retired U.S. Army Colonel, Dr. Clifton served more than 20 years in military medicine, including multiple deployments and leadership roles. He has also contributed to the development of new cancer therapies in the private research sector.
With over 80 peer-reviewed publications, he remains actively involved in melanoma research, including studies on neoadjuvant therapies and advanced staging techniques.
Philosophy of Care
I aim to be open and responsive both with patients and referring doctors. I value building strong relationships and leveraging a multidisciplinary approach to provide the best outcomes for patients.
Practice locations
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3800 Reservoir Rd. NW
Washington, DC, 20007
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110 Irving St. NW
Washington, DC, 20010
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Insurance
This list represents the major payors accepted by MedStar Health. NOTE: Payor contracts change and not all plans associated with a payor may be covered. Payors may offer multiple plans. If you have a question related to your insurance, please contact your insurance plan directly. Contact information is located on your health insurance ID card. *Denotes limited participation. Specific providers and practices may NOT be participating. Please contact your insurance plan directly.
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List of insurance plans we accept
- Aetna
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland
- Cigna Health Care
- Kaiser Permanente*
- MedStar Select (Administered by CareFirst)
- United HealthCare
- Aetna
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland
- Healthspring
- Humana
- Medicare & Railroad Medicare
- United HealthCare
- Aetna Better Health of Maryland *
- Medical Assistance/Medicaid
- MedStar Family Choice MD
- Priority Partners *
- United HealthCare Community Health Plan MD
- Wellpoint MD
- AmeriHealth Caritas
- Health Services For Children With Special Needs (HSCSN)
- Medical Assistance/Medicaid
- MedStar Family Choice DC
- Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs *
- Johns Hopkins US Family Health Plan *
- MultiPlan
- Private Healthcare Systems
- Tricare/Humana Military
- VA Community Care Network (VACCN)
Education
Board Certification: American Board of Surgery, General Surgery
Fellowship: University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (2016)
Residency: San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education (2012)
Medical School: Vanderbilt University (2006)