Benjamin David Ferguson, MD PhD
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Dr. Ferguson is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Hepato-pancreato-biliary Surgery. Following undergraduate studies in Molecular & Integrative Physiology at the University of Illinois, he earned an MD and a PhD in Cancer Biology at the University of Chicago. He completed a general surgery residency at the University of Chicago, where he served as an administrative chief resident and completed a medical education fellowship, followed by a clinical fellowship in complex general surgical oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He is board-certified in general surgery and complex general surgical oncology.
He has won numerous teaching awards at every stage of his career. He is the co-editor of Difficult Decisions in Surgical Oncology—An Evidence-Based Approach. He is active in the American College of Surgeons, Society of Surgical Oncology, Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association, and Association for Surgical Education.
Clinical Specialization:Dr. Ferguson's clinical expertise is in the management of cancers and premalignant conditions of the pancreas, liver, bile ducts, gallbladder, and stomach.
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General Surgery Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor 2 Reception C
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5331Get Directions -
Multidisciplinary Colorectal Cancer Clinic | Rogel Cancer Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Level B1 Reception E
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5912Get Directions -
Multidisciplinary Liver Clinic | Rogel Cancer Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor B1 Reception E
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5912Get Directions -
Multidisciplinary Pancreatic Clinic | Rogel Cancer Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor B1 Reception E
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5912Get Directions -
Oncology Clinic | Rogel Cancer Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor B1 Reception E
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5912Get Directions
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University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
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Research Overview
Dr. Ferguson’s diverse research interests include the prediction of occult malignancy in pancreatic cysts as a surgical decision-making instrument; care disparities, optimization of care, and preoperative risk assessment in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery; organ-preserving surgery for early gastric cancer; and novel methods of communication, evaluation, and instruction in surgical education.
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September 23, 2025 - "Dr. Ferguson was very professional, friendly, and thorough."
September 10, 2025 - "Dr. Ferguson is the type of physician and surgeon that every patient deserves. He is exemplary active listening skills. He answers every question with respect and professional compassion."
August 11, 2025 - "Dr. Ferguson is great"
July 7, 2025 - "Dr Ferguson is very compassionate and explained my condition and options thoroughly"
June 20, 2025 - "Great experience. First time meeting Dr Ferguson. He answered all of my questions, provided options, discussed positives and negatives for each and also asked questions about my personal goals and lifestyle as a [...] patient. [...] I was reassured he would be happy to see me again if I have future needs. I would highly recommend Dr Ferguson [...]"
May 28, 2025 - "Doctor Ferguson was outstanding and a pleasure to communicate with!"
May 14, 2025 - "[...] Dr Ferguson is the best there is."
April 25, 2025 - "Dr. Ferguson is very clear and thorough. He answered all of my questions. I feel confident in his care for my upcoming surgeries."
April 9, 2025 - "Dr Ferguson was superb. He helped me at a very difficult life threatening and challenging time in my life. You are lucky to have him, as am I."
February 19, 2025 - "Dr, Ferguson was very professional and discussed the pros and cons of various treatment plans."
