Comprehensive Cancer Care
People with cancer or blood disorders need specialized care – and so much more. We know this can be a difficult and stressful time for you and your family. That’s why the Sanford Joe Lueken Cancer Center in Bemidji provides a patient-centered home for healing, compassion and hope.
When you’re facing cancer, we’re on your side with the compassion you deserve and the expertise you need. As the region’s largest medical facility offering comprehensive cancer and blood disorder care, patients have access to the advanced treatments they need.
A Team Approach to Care
Our care teams diagnose and treat all types of cancer, and we’ll protect your health as a team. You’ll receive coordinated care at every step of your journey, from diagnosis to treatment to survivorship.
Sanford Research has achieved some of the best cancer survival rates in the country thanks to the advanced treatment options through clinical trials. You’ll have access to the latest trials, research and treatments.
Our experts will help you choose and navigate the best course for your care.
Browse our patient education resources to learn about a specific cancer diagnosis or explore our hematology services to learn about blood disorder care.
Sanford Joe Lueken Cancer Center Doctors
Elie Chalhoub, MD
Medical Oncology
Heather Czywczynski, APRN, CNP
Medical Oncology
Nichole Hassebroek, APRN, CNP
Medical Oncology
Elle Holloway, PA-C
Medical Oncology
Heather Knutson, RD, LRD
Nutrition
Paul Lappinga, MD
Pathology
Jennifer Leonhard, CGC
Genetic Counseling
Kirstin LeSage, MD
Palliative Care
D. Ross McBride, MD
Radiation Oncology
Jonathan Sande, MD
Medical Oncology
Angela Splettstoeszer, APRN, CNP
Palliative Care
Rodney Will, MD
Internal Medicine