Cancer / Oncology
North Memorial Health’s multidisciplinary oncology team shows up for each patient from diagnosis to treatment’s end, providing access to everything from the latest medical advances and clinical trials to specialized surgeons and genetic counselors.
Meet our cancer care team
Our comprehensive care team is changing lives, one personalized cancer treatment plan at a time.
Why choose North Memorial Health?
With a patient satisfaction rate among the highest in the country and every aspect of your care managed under one roof, the North Memorial Health Cancer Center is a beacon of hope and healing for the community.
Regina’s breast cancer journey
“When I look back on my experience at North Memorial Health Cancer Center, I had so much care from this facility – it was like I was going to my second family when I was going through chemo.”
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Event
Journey of Connection: A Cancer Survivorship Celebration
Join us on April 10, 2025, for an evening dedicated to strengthening relationships and connecting with one another. This is a free event for cancer patients, friends, and family.
Cancer care as individualized as you are
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to caring for patients at the North Memorial Health Cancer Center. Understanding how unique each person’s diagnosis, circumstances, and preferences are, we make sure every patient who walks through our door knows their treatment plan is developed to be exactly what they need in partnership with a team who cares.
Complete this form to be contacted by a member of our team and discuss how we can support you or a loved one if you’re interested in:
- A second opinion
- Transferring care
- Starting care
You can expect to hear back within 48 business hours.
Connect with our team of experts
Common conditions we treat
- Brain/CNS
- Breast
- Colorectal
- Esophageal & Stomach
- Gynecologic
- Head & Neck
- Kidney & Bladder
- Leukemia/Lymphoma/Multiple Myeloma
- Liver & Pancreas
- Lung
- Melanoma & Skin
- Non-cancerous Blood Disorders
- Prostate
Care team
Our highly trained experts empower you with the knowledge and the support you need to get the healthcare you want.
Kurt Nisi, MD
Kurt Nisi, MD
Heather A. Penning, APRN, CNP
Shirley Kern, APRN, CNS, AOCN
Colton C. Gits, MD
Partnership practices
Minneapolis Radiation Oncology Opens in new window
With a vision to turn fear into confidence for every patient, Minneapolis Radiation Oncology is the Twin Cities’ leading provider of radiation treatment for cancer.
Specialists in General Surgery Opens in new window
We provide the tools to help you be successful with surgical weight loss and guide you through the process before and after surgery. Providing bariatric surgery at North Memorial Health since 2014.
Respiratory Consultants Opens in new window
An independent group of physicians committed to promoting lung and sleep health, and treating a variety of pulmonary and sleep problems using state of the art technology.
Locations
Convenient, comprehensive care, close to you.