Gordon Klatt
Gordon Klatt | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1942 |
| Died | 2014 |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | University of Minnesota Medical School |
| Occupation | Surgeon |
| Known for | Founder of the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life |
| Medical career | |
| Sub-specialties | Colorectal cancer and colorectal surgery |
| Awards | Tacoma Rotary Club No. 8 Community Service Award, St. Thomas University Humanitarian Award, Stillwater Area High School Distinguished Alumni Award |
Gordon Klatt, M.D. (1942-2014) was a practicing surgeon in Tacoma, Washington, and the founder of the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life.
He had special expertise in two areas, including colorectal cancer and colorectal surgery. He was credited as the founder of the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life.