Gordon Klatt

Gordon Klatt
Born
1942
Died2014
NationalityAmerican
EducationUniversity of Minnesota Medical School
OccupationSurgeon
Known forFounder of the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life
Medical career
Sub-specialtiesColorectal cancer and colorectal surgery
AwardsTacoma 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.