Travis J. McKenzie

Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Mayo Clinic, Twitter (United States)

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170

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About

Travis J. McKenzie is a leading figure in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery, with a focused expertise in adrenal disease and the metabolic management of cancer survivors. His major contributions center on advancing robotic surgical techniques, particularly through his landmark 2015 systematic review and meta-analysis comparing robotic versus laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass—a work cited over 100 times that has helped define best practices in bariatric surgery. McKenzie has also been instrumental in refining robotic single-site adrenalectomy, demonstrating the feasibility and safety of less invasive approaches to adrenal gland surgery. His recent comprehensive review of surgical approaches to the adrenal gland (2023) serves as a critical resource for surgeons navigating the nuances of adrenal disease management. Beyond technical innovation, McKenzie’s work bridges bariatric surgery and oncology, as seen in his 2019 case report on combining minimally invasive hysterectomy with bariatric surgery to improve endometrial cancer survivorship—highlighting the profound impact of weight loss on obesity-related comorbidities. With a career dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is possible with robotic and minimally invasive techniques, McKenzie’s research continues to shape safer, more effective surgical care for complex patient populations.