Dr. Itzhak Nir, MD | SANTA FE, NM | Oncology

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Dr. Itzhak Nir is an oncologist and surgical oncologist who specializes in treating cancer patients with both medical and surgical approaches. He earned his medical degree from Ben Gurion University of The Negev Faculty of Health Science and completed his residency at Hadassah University Hospital Mt. Scopus in Jerusalem, Israel. Dr. Nir furthered his training with fellowships at Mt. Sinai in New York and Memorial Sloan Kettering, two leading cancer treatment centers. With 32 years of experience in oncology, he speaks English and brings extensive expertise to his practice.

Dr. Nir is affiliated with University of New Mexico Hospital, UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center, and UNM Children's Hospital, while practicing at CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Cancer Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He focuses on treating serious conditions including liver cancer and pancreatic cancer, as well as managing liver disease. His surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and surgical …pathology procedures to help diagnose and treat cancer patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise.

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accepting new patients
4.4

18 Ratings
32 years of experience
5 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Memorial Sloan Kettering, NY
9 written reviews
2 specialties
12 areas of expertise
3 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Male

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Very responsive, did a Whipple procedure that wasn't anywhere near bad as I thought. Very little pain, recovery has been easy. I highly recommend him.

April 6th, 2019

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Dr. Nir was very professional and communicated with me and my family regarding the procedure necessary. I felt I was in excellent hands with him and his team at UNMH.

May 16th, 2013

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Dr. Nir was friendly and able to communicate with me and my family regarding a sarcoma and the surgical procedure. We very much appreciate his skill ...

May 16th, 2013

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Dr Nir was confident, personable, made eye contact and smiles. He and the staff made my UNM experience very positive despite the possibility of a cancer diagnosis.

April 25th, 2013

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Confident, personable, smiles and makes eye contact.

April 25th, 2013

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Dr. Nir presents himself in a very professional mater, yet has the ability to communicate with the patent at a personal level that is somewhat rare these days. Time spent with Dr. Nir both pre and post surgery was never rushed and he has the ability to make the patient feel at ease during these very stressful times. All my questions and concerns with answered in a matter that was easy for me to understand. I would highly recommend Dr. Nir should his services be needed.

April 8th, 2013

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Dr. Nir presents himself in a very professional mater, yet has the ability to communicate with the patent at a personal level that is somewhat rare th ...

April 8th, 2013

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This Doctor is very kind, courteous and takes the time to see you not only as a patient, but as a person. Dr. Nir has a very uplifting spirit and was very helpful in my time of need. Dr. Nir did over 40 radical biopsy's on me and his face was the first face i saw after the procedure and all I could see was a big smile on his face that gave me peace of mind that everything was okay.

April 3rd, 2013

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Dr. Nir performed over 40 Biopsy's on me, and every one was successful. I am very confident in his work and I would highly recommend him to anyone! I ...

April 3rd, 2013

CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Cancer Center

445 SAINT MICHAELS DRSANTA FE, NM 87505

Tel: (505) 913-8900


Dr. Itzhak Nir, MD	Diane L Paolazzi	Dr. Karen Leigh Lorusso, MD	Dr. Timothy Marron Lopez, MD
Oncology	Oncology	Oncology	Oncology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (18 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.1 (10 Ratings)	3.4 (9 Ratings)
32 Years of Experience		29 Years of Experience	42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish
SANTA FE , NM	Albuquerque , NM	Santa Fe , NM	Santa Fe , NM
Med School: Ben Gurion University of The Negev / Faculty of Health Science		Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry	Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine
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Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
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Gallbladder Cancer
Gastrointestinal Cancer
Gastrointestinal Surgery
Gastrointestinal Tract Cancer (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors)
Liver Cancer
Pancreas inflammation (Pancreatitis)
Pancreatectomy (Pancreas Removal)
Pancreatic Cancer
Surgical Oncology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Mexico, 2028, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Memorial Sloan Kettering, NY2010

Mt. Sinai, NY2003

Residency

Hadassah University Hospital Mt. Scopus, Jerusalem, Israel2005

Medical School

Ben Gurion University of The Negev / Faculty of Health ScienceGraduated in 1994

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Which hospitals is Dr. Itzhak Nir affiliated with?: Dr. Itzhak Nir is affiliated with University Of New Mexico Hospital, Unm Sandoval Regional Medical Center, and Unm Childrens Hospital.
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