Overview
Nora Hansen is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Hansen has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 48 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Hansen has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
2 Clinical Trials
Endeavor Health Medical Group
Melissa Hogg, MD, a surgical oncologist at Endeavor Health, provides advanced, minimally invasive surgical care for patients with cancer and complex conditions. She specializes in robotic-assisted procedures and evidence-based treatment strategies that promote both longevity and quality of life. Dr. Hogg is also dedicated to surgical education and innovation, ensuring that advances in technology and training continue to enhance patient safety and outcomes. Dr. Hogg is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
Endeavor Health Medical Group
Katharine Yao is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Yao is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Yao is currently accepting new patients.
Endeavor Health Medical Group
Catherine Pesce, MD, a breast surgical oncologist at Endeavor Health, provides comprehensive surgical care for individuals diagnosed with breast cancer. In addition to her clinical role, she serves as Chief of the Division of Surgical Oncology, Director of the Breast Surgical Program and Director of the Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship. Dr. Pesce prioritizes listening, trust and cosmetic outcomes, guiding patients with compassion and clinical excellence through every stage of care. Dr. Pesce is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of HER2 Negative Breast Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Breast CancerDr. Hansen isElite. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Distinguished
- AngiosarcomaDr. Hansen isDistinguished. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Hansen isDistinguished. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Hansen isDistinguished. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Hansen isDistinguished. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Advanced
- Breast LumpDr. Hansen isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Lump.
- FibroadenomaDr. Hansen isAdvanced. Learn about Fibroadenoma.
- Giant Mammary HamartomaDr. Hansen isAdvanced. Learn about Giant Mammary Hamartoma.
- MastectomyDr. Hansen isAdvanced. Learn about Mastectomy.
- Experienced
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Hansen isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Hansen isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- Breast Enlargement In MalesDr. Hansen isExperienced. Learn about Breast Enlargement In Males.
- Breast InfectionDr. Hansen isExperienced. Learn about Breast Infection.
- Fibrocystic Breast DiseaseDr. Hansen isExperienced. Learn about Fibrocystic Breast Disease.
- GalactocoeleDr. Hansen isExperienced. Learn about Galactocoele.

