Summary

Dr. Debra Koivunen is a surgical oncologist who specializes in cancer surgery with nearly five decades of medical experience. She earned her medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed her residency at University Hospital. Dr. Koivunen brings 48 years of expertise to her practice, focusing on surgical treatments for various cancers. She is fluent in English.

Dr. Koivunen practices at multiple locations in Columbia, Missouri, including affiliations with Missouri Orthopaedic Institute, Women's & Children's Hospital, and University of Missouri Children's Hospital. She specializes in treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent disease and inflammatory breast cancer. Her surgical expertise includes advanced breast cancer screening procedures and specialized imaging techniques. Patients have given Dr. Koivunen an average rating of 3.1 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.1
  • 48 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

University Hospital

1 Hospital DrColumbia, MO 65212

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OncologySurgeryAnesthesiologyDiagnostic Radiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.1 
48 Years of Experience 3 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks French, Spanish
Columbia , MOColumbia , MOMinneapolis , MNCape Girardeau , MO
Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Medical Specialties

Debra G Koivunen has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Debra G Koivunen has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • General Surgeon
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer
  • Nephrectomy (Kidney Removal)
  • Parathyroid Diseases
  • Renal Artery Stenosis
  • Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Thyroid Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Debra G Koivunen holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 1978.

NPI Number

Debra G Koivunen's NPI number is 1083651715.

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Debra Koivunen speaks English.
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Where is Debra Koivunen's office located?
Debra Koivunen's office is located at 1 Hospital Dr, Columbia, MO, 65212.

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