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Nora Hansen

Oncology

Nora Hansen, MD

Chief of Breast Surgery, Professor, Surgery (Breast Surgery), Northwestern University

Chicago, IL

Nora M. Hansen, MD, is a surgical oncologist specializing in breast cancer surgery at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, IL. She serves adult patients, including those with breast cancer in families, young women, and men, treating conditions such as breast cancer, male breast carcinoma, ductal carcinoma in situ, and breast carcinoma. Her practice focuses on lumpectomy, nipple-sparing mastectomy, and surgery for benign breast problems. With over 35 years of experience, Dr. Hansen is Chief of Breas

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35+

Years in Practice

Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (American Board of Surgery)

Education & Training

  • New York Medical College — M.D., 1988
  • University of Chicago Hospitals — Fellowship, Surgical Oncology, 1995-1996
  • University of Chicago Hospitals — Residency, Surgery, 1988-1995

Peer Recognition

  • AgingTop Doctor

    2020

  • Cancer DoctorsTop Doctor

    2017, 2019, 2022 (3 years)

  • Castle ConnollyExceptional Women In Medicine

    2019-2025 (7 years)

  • Exceptional Women In MedicineTop Doctor

    2019-2025 (7 years)

  • Modern Luxury ChicagoTop Doctor

    2023

Recognition & Leadership

Leadership Roles

  • Chief of Breast Surgery, Professor, Surgery (Breast Surgery), Northwestern University

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Surgical Oncology

Conditions & Treatments

Breast CancerBreast Cancer Surgery

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lynn Sage Comprehensive Breast Center
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital
  • Northwestern Medicine Nephrology and Hypertension Program

Languages

English

Experience

35+ years in practice