Dr. I. Benjamin Paz

About Dr. Paz

Dr. Paz is a recognized HIPEC and surgical treatment for peritoneal mesothelioma expert at City of Hope in Duarte, California. He leads surgical oncology programs with a particular focus on advanced peritoneal cancers. His proficiency in minimally invasive and robotic surgery enhances outcomes for mesothelioma patients. In addition to his mesothelioma work, Dr. Paz brings extensive experience in breast, endocrine, colorectal, sarcoma, skin cancer and melanoma surgery.

Patients praise him for his surgical skills and compassionate care. Dr. Paz has been instrumental in developing one of California’s leading minimally invasive surgical oncology centers. He believes in patient-focused, multidisciplinary treatment approaches.

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Medical Education & Experience

• City of Hope, Duarte, CA (Vice Chair, Clinical Affairs)
• City of Hope, Duarte, CA (Clinical Professor, Division of Surgical Oncology)
• University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ (Chief Resident, General Surgery)
• City of Hope (Fellowship in Surgical Oncology)
• Universidad de Chile (M.D., with honors)
• Universidad Catolica de Chile (Masters in General Surgery, with honors)

Associations Awards & Recognition

• America’s Top Doctors, Castle Connelly
• Member American Association of Cancer Research
• Member American College of Surgeons
• Member American Head and Neck Society
• Member Society of Surgical Oncology
• Member Southwestern Oncology Group
• Top Doctors, Pasadena Magazine

Why Choose Dr. Paz for Peritoneal Mesothelioma?

Dr. Paz offers a unique blend of extensive surgical expertise and compassionate patient care, making him a top choice for peritoneal mesothelioma patients. His leadership in minimally invasive and robotic surgery allows for cutting-edge treatment techniques that minimize recovery time and improve outcomes.

With decades of experience at City of Hope, Dr. Paz has developed multidisciplinary clinics that provide personalized, integrative care. His deep understanding of HIPEC therapy and oncology surgery helps ensure his patients receive optimal, evidence-based treatment tailored to their individual needs.

Publications of Dr. Paz

• Paz, I et al. (2021, January 7). Integrating Academic and Community Cancer Care and Research through Multidisciplinary Oncology Pathways for Value-Based Care: A Review and the City of Hope Experience. Retrieved from https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7825796/
• Paz, I et al. (2019, January 8). A phase I trial of intraperitoneal nab-paclitaxel in the treatment of advanced malignancies primarily confined to the peritoneal cavity. Retrieved from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30623229/
• Paz, I et al. (2018, September 18). Enhanced Recovery after Surgery for Gastric Cancer Patients Improves Clinical Outcomes at a US Cancer Center. Retrieved from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30276000/
• Paz, I et al. (2017, September 24). Base Excess as a Predictor of Complications in Cytoreductive Surgery with Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy. Retrieved from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28560593/