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Kevin T. Behm, M.D.

  1. Colon and Rectal Surgeon

Location

  1. Rochester, Minnesota

Languages

English

Appointments

Kevin T. Behm, M.D., is a board-certified general surgeon and colon and rectal surgeon with a specialized focus on robotic and minimally invasive techniques. His practice is built on a simple but powerful principle: every patient deserves care that is both clinically excellent and deeply personal. Whether performing complex abdominal or pelvic surgery or guiding patients through their treatment journey, Dr. Behm combines advanced surgical expertise with compassion and clarity.

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Behm's approach to surgery emphasizes precision, collaboration, and patient understanding. His clinical focus includes:

  • Minimally invasive colon and rectal surgery: Expertise in robotic, laparoscopic, and transanal techniques to reduce recovery time and improve outcomes.
  • Complex abdominal and pelvic procedures: Coordinating multidisciplinary care for patients requiring advanced surgical solutions.
  • Patient education and shared decision-making: Helping patients understand their condition, the role of surgery, and what to expect throughout their journey.
  • Advanced surgical techniques: Exploring new methods to enhance safety, decrease complications, and support faster recovery.

Research and Education

Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Behm is actively involved in research aimed at improving surgical outcomes and advancing minimally invasive approaches. His commitment to education includes mentoring residents and fellows, ensuring the next generation of surgeons is prepared to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care.

  1. Anorectal surgery
  2. Colectomy
  3. Coloanal anastomosis
  4. Colon cancer surgery
  5. Colorectal surgery
  6. Colostomy
  7. Complex oncologic multidisciplinary pelvic surgery
  8. Flexible sigmoidoscopy
  9. Ileoanal anastomosis surgery
  10. Ileostomy surgery
  11. Intraoperative radiation therapy
  12. Laparoscopic surgery
  13. Minimally invasive abdominal surgery
  14. Proctectomy
  15. Rectal cancer surgery
  16. Rectal prolapse surgery
  17. Robotic surgery
  18. Transanal endoscopic microsurgery
  • Colon, rectal, and anal cancer
  • Inflammatory Bowel disease including: indeterminate colitis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease
  • Minimally invasive and robotic surgery
  • Robotic transanal surgery
  • Laparoscopic surgery for colon cancer, rectal cancer and benign colorectal diseases
  • Recurrent colon and rectal cancer
  • Surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer with intraoperative radiation treatment (IORT)
  • Multidisciplinary patient care
  • Surgical Innovation
  1. 2016
    FellowColon and Rectal Surgery, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  2. 2015
    Residency - General SurgeryDepartment of General Surgery, Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  3. 2015
    ResidentSurgery, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  4. 2010
    MDMedical College of Wisconsin
  5. 2006
    BS - Biology Major - Biomedical Science Concentration and Chemistry MinorUniversity of Wisconsin - La Crosse
  6. 2004
    Undergraduate Studies - ResearchMedical College of Wisconsin

Certifications

  1. 2017
    Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery
  2. 2016
    General SurgeryAmerican Board of Surgery

Awards and honors

  1. 2024
    2023 Top Performer Patient ExperienceMayo Clinic in Rochester
  2. 2023
    2023 Quality Conference – Healthcare ReimaginedMayo Clinic in Rochester
  3. 2023
    2022 Top Performer Patient ExperienceMayo Clinic in Rochester
  4. 2022
    Digital Health AwardMayo Clinic
  5. 2022
    2022 Top Performing ProviderDepartment of Surgery
  6. 2021
    Barton Hoexter, MD, Best Video Award Annual Scientifc Meeting, American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
  7. 2016
    Golden Stethoscope Award - Resident Educator of the YearMayo School of Graduate Medical Education
  8. 2005
    Highest Honors - Bachelor of ScienceUniversity of Wisconsin - La Crosse
  9. 2002
    Eagle Scout AwardBoy Scouts of America

Professional memberships

  1. 2023 - present
    MemberWestern Surgical Association
  2. 2021 - present
    FellowAmerican College of Surgeons
  3. 2020 - 2021
    Candidate FellowAmerican College of Surgeons
  4. 2020 - present
    ChampionSMaRT Champion
  5. 2020 - present
    MemberAmerican Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
  6. 2019 - present
    Active MemberRobotic Research Committee
  7. 2019 - present
    Meeting ParticipantRobotics Interest Group, Rochester
  8. 2019 - present
    ChairClinical Competency Committee
  9. 2019 - present
    Medical DirectorMayo Clinic in Rochester
  10. 2019 - present
    Practice ChairMayo Clinic in Rochester
  11. 2018 - present
    MemberColorectal eTumor Board
  12. 2018 - present
    MembereIBD Board
  13. 2014 - 2017
    Candidate MemberAmerican Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
  14. 2010 - present
    MemberZumbro Valley Medical Society
  15. 2010 - present
    MemberMinnesota Medical Association

Publications