Sommer R. Nurkic
Expertise in
22
conditions
Expertise in
22
conditions
Sanford Bemidji Joe Lueken Cancer Center
1233 34th St. NW., 
Bemidji, MN 

Overview

Dr. Sommer Nurkic works closely with patients to individualize their cancer treatment using radiotherapy and radiosurgery. She hopes to optimize their chances of going into remission and enjoying a long-term high quality of life. She specializes in these procedures: High dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) Stereotactic ablative radiotherapy (SABR) Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) Dr. Nurkic treats head and neck cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer and pediatric cancer. Speaks: English.

Dr. Nurkic is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Nurkic is board certified in American Board Of Radiology: Radiation Oncology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nurkic is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Radiation Oncology

Licenses

Radiology in ND

Board Certifications

American Board Of Radiology: Radiation Oncology

Hospital Affiliations

Sanford Medical Center Fargo
Perham Health
Jamestown Regional Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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  • HMO
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Humana
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Medica
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
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Sanford
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Sanford Health
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  • PPO
TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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Wellcare
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Locations

Sanford Bemidji Joe Lueken Cancer Center
1233 34th St. NW., Bemidji, MN 56601

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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sommer R. Nurkic

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Is Dr. Sommer R. Nurkic a top-rated expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sommer R. Nurkic is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Sommer R. Nurkic specialize in?

While Dr. Sommer R. Nurkic is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.

Does Dr. Sommer R. Nurkic participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Sommer R. Nurkic has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. You can view a list of Dr. Sommer R. Nurkic's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Sommer R. Nurkic accept my insurance?

Dr. Sommer R. Nurkic accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 218-333-5522 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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