Minnesota Oncology is pleased to announce that Jesus Vera Aguilera, MD has recently joined our Fridley and Maple Grove clinics.
“Cancer treatment is challenging for patients and families; my purpose is to be a friendly hand to go along the journey of cancer diagnosis and treatment. My commitment is to provide our patients with competent, empathetic, and compassionate care. I strive to find new therapies, clinical trials, and multidisciplinary approaches to help our patients during adversity.”
Dr. Vera received his medical degree from the National Autonomous University of Mexico. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Odessa, TX. His Hematology and Medical Oncology Fellowship was completed at the Mayo School of Health Sciences, Rochester, MN.
Dr Vera’s areas of special interest include:
- Melanoma
- Lung Cancer
- Gastrointestinal Malignancies
- Immunotherapy
- Clinical trials/Novel therapies
His medical affiliations include:
- NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) Member
- Mayo Fellows’ Association – Rochester
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
- American Society of Hematology
Dr. Vera loves to spend time with his family and long walks with his dog. He enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures and food.
Appointments with Dr. Vera can be made by calling 844.317.4673 or by requesting an appointment online.
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“Minnesota Oncology listens. You are heard. Any concern you have, they do their best to answer it,” she said. “I am so thankful for everyone at Minnesota Oncology – Dr. Vera, Syndey, the schedulers, infusion nurses, everyone at the Maple Grove clinic. You feel at home there, which is hard to do when you are going through treatment. Minnesota Oncology treats you like family.”
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