Primary Location
Minneapolis Clinic
910 E. 26th Street, Suite 200
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404
(612) 884-6300
Other Locations
Biography
Philosophy of care
Every person is different in the same way that every cancer is different. My approach is to listen, learn from, and work diligently with patients and their families to discover how their uniqueness affects their disease and how their cancer affects their body. By staying up-to date with the latest developments in cancer care, utilizing the most advanced diagnostics, and considering all potential treatments including standard conventional treatments, experimental therapeutics as part of clinical trials, and complementary therapies, my goal is to create a holistic treatment plan that is individualized to each person.
I want each patient to feel empowered and play an active and informed role in his/her treatment journey.
Areas of Special Interest
- Cancers of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine
- Cancers of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas
- Cancers of the large intestine, rectum, and anus
- Cancers of the brain and spinal cord
- Breast Cancer
- Melanoma
- Sarcomas
- Lung Cancer
- Cancer of the kidney, bladder, and prostate
- Lymphoma and Multiple Myeloma
- Immuno-Oncology
- Benign Hematology
- Integrative and Holistic Medicine
- Palliative Care
Personal
I am married and have two wonderful daughters. I enjoy traveling and experiencing different cultures and languages. I speak Arabic and Spanish. I also enjoy photography, theater arts, and soccer.
Education
College
Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Chemistry, University of Minnesota, Morris, MN
Medical School
Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, University of North Texas Health Science Center
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of New Mexico Hospitals, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Internship
Internal Medicine, University of New Mexico Hospitals, Albuquerque, NM
Fellowship
Hematology and Oncology, University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center and Hospitals, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Research and Clinical Fellow, Phase I Experimental Therapeutics Program, University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Graduate School
Master of Public Health in Policy and Administration, University of Minnesota School of Public Health, Minneapolis, MN
Board Certification
- Medical Oncology
- Hematology
- Diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine
Affiliations
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
- American Society of Hematology
- American College of Physicians
- American Medical Association
- American Osteopathic Association
