John F. Schwerkoske – M.D.
Certifications
Board Certified in Internal Medicine
Board Certified in Medical Oncology
Board Certified in Hematology
Special Areas of Interest
Brain Tumors
Hematologic Malignancies
Philosophy
My philosophy of patient care is to treat patients like friends and utilize the latest treatments, including clinical trials when possible.
Education
Medical Degree, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
Internship/Residency, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH
Fellowship, Washington University, St Louis, MO
Professional Affiliations
American College of Physicians
American Society of Hematology
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Society for Neuro-Oncology
Academic Honors & Professional Achievements
Assistant Professor of Medicine & Co-Director, Bone Marrow Transplantation Program
University of Tennessee, Memphis, TN
Member, Breast Center Advisory Board, United Hospital, St Paul, MN
Medical Director, Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplant Program, United Hospital, St Paul, MN
Chairman, Allina Breast Center Clinical Action Group, Minneapolis, MN
Chairman, Research & Education Committee, Minnesota Oncology, St Paul, MN
Member, Clinical Research Advisory Board, US Oncology, Houston, TX
Member, Transplant Committee, US Oncology, Houston, TX
Research/Publications
Dr Schwerkoske has co-authored several professional papers that reflect his interest in cancers of the brain and breast, as well as hematologic malignancies and autologous stem cell transplantation.
Metro Minnesota Community Clinical Oncology Program (CCOP)
Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) – Brain Tumor Working Group Member
North Central Cancer Treatment Group (NCCTG) – Brain Tumor Committee Member
Personal
Dual medical practices in Medical Oncology and Pediatrics keep my wife and I very busy. I love hiking when time allows.
Primary Location:
Woodbury Clinic