
Stephanie Worrell, MD
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgical Oncology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
FemaleAbout Stephanie Worrell and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
My focus is to treat each patient as an individual, listen to their concerns and together put forward a plan towards the best possible treatment.
Specializing In
Lung cancer
Esophageal cancer
Robotic lobectomy
Minimally invasive lobectomy
Esphagectomy
Minimally invasive esphagectomy
Foregut disease
Hiatal hernia
Thymectomy
Lung masses
Pleural effusions
Mediastinal disease
Benign esophageal disease
Achalasia
Interests & Activities
Outside of the hospital I enjoy spending time with my family, hiking and long distance running.
Research and Publications
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Worrell+SG&cauthor_id=32462190
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson
For More Information
https://surgery.arizona.edu/profile/stephanie-worrell-md-facs
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Michigan Health System, Cardiothoracic Surgery, 2018
- Residency: Keck School Of Medicine Of Usc, General Surgery, 2016
- Fellowship: Keck School Of Medicine Of Usc, Research, 2014
- Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine, 2009
Board Certifications
- Thoracic Surgery: American Board of Thoracic Surgery, 2019
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2016
Video
Locations
- University of Arizona Cancer Center
- 3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 1, Tucson, AZ 85719
- phone: 520-694-2873
- fax: 520-694-0255
- Banner - University Medical Group Sierra Vista
- 3533 Canyon De Flores, Suite C, Sierra Vista, AZ 85650
- phone: 520-458-2000
- fax: 520-458-1091
Testimonials
4.9 out of 5.0
233 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Dr Worrell is knowledgeable. She is caring enough to listen to the patient's opinions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
She was extremely thorough. A very kind personality
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
Dr Worrell is friendly, professional and patient. She is a wonderful example to her staff that follow her lead
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
One of the best surgeons in Az.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
She's attentive, caring, and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
She very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Dr. Worrell is an outstanding doctor who really cares for patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
She is the best in the business.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2025
Was thorough in questions she asked me and had easy to understand explanations. Very pleasant personality.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2025
Inspired confidence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
She knows her stuff, is always upbeat and also listens to the patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
She is qualified
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
I could tell she cared about me as a person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Very caring demeanor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2025
She did everything to help me I was very impressed with her I wish more Doctors were as helpful as she was
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2025
I greatly appreciate Dr Worrell's expertise, professionalism and compassion she gives her patients. Dr Worrell's ensures my wife and I fully understand her diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan. I am truly thankful and blessed to have a phenomenal surgeon and treating physician!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
Dr Worrell is very pleasant and listens to my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Dr. Worrell is an amazing physician. I feel very fortunate to be her patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
I like and respect her opinions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Dr. Worrell is an excellent doctor - professional, caring and skilled.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Understands my needs
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2025
DR. Worrell thoroughly explained my condition and acted with urgency. She was very caring and I am relieved that she will be treating me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/26/2025
Terrific doctor/surgeon. She saved my life and I totally trust her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
She's a great doctor and I'm very happy with the care I have received from her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
She's absolutely amazing!! Saved my life!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2025
She was very knowledgeable of my previous surgery and explained with I was experiencing the symptoms I had. She has an excellent bed side manner and made me feel comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2025
She was very knowledgeable of my previous surgery and explained with I was experiencing the symptoms I had. She has an excellent bed side manner and made me feel comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Very efficient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2025
Dr Worrell is very much concerned about her patients and very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2025
Dr Worrel is very much concerned about her patients and very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/8/2025
Stephanie kept my appointments closer together and moved quickly on my case. She earned my trust and gratitude for her efforts, warmth and kindness. I truly felt she had my best interests at heart.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2025
Terrific doctor and I trust her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2025
Outstanding Surgeon and oncologist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
Takes time to explain everything to be done and why it's needed to be done
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2025
The best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
Excellent qualifications. She had excellent training, medical school, resident training and fellowship training. She also has a good bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
Excellent qualifications. She had excellent training, medical school, resident training and fellowship training. She also has a good bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
Thoroughly described surgical procedure under consideration.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
Thoroughly described surgical procedure under consideration.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2024
She is the best surgeon Banner has.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2024
Excellent and very caring doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2024
She is thorough and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2024
I like her and felt well taken care of,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
She was direct but kind. Explained everything well and answered all our questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2024
She was friendly and took full attention of my situation. She ordered additional tests to help determine the care that I need and I feel very comfortable and confident with her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2024
Dr. Worrell is an outstanding doctor and surgeon. She really cares about her patients. She is very honest in her discussions with the patient and fully discusses all area of concern.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2024
Her knowledge and integrity.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
I gave her this rating because she is top-notch in her professionalism and in her caring nature.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
She's a super doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2024
Genuine medical care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2024
An excellent doctor and person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2024
Great service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2024
Up front doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2024
A very caring doctor. Her explanations of procedures easy to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/20/2024
She and her staff personnel are fantastic who show great concern for their patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2023
Dr. Worrell is an excellent surgeon with a great support staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2023
Dr. Worrell and her staff were compassionate. Dr. Worrell already had a plan in mind to expedite my surgery date.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2023
I thought Dr Worrell was great. An excellent communicator, she was very well informed on my situation and was ready with a plan for the next step.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
Excellent Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
She told me straight and was clear about everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2024
Special attention
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2024
She discussed my last CT scan results with me in a factual but positive tone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
Dr Worrell was very clear to explain my condition and what to expected, I felt that I was in good hands.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/5/2024
Very good and nice and helpful