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Nathaniel E. Wiest, M.D., Ph.D.

  1. Oncologist

Location

  1. Rochester, Minnesota

Languages

English

Nathaniel Wiest, M.D., Ph.D., is a medical oncologist and physician-scientist specializing in the treatment of breast cancer. He provides care as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes surgeons, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, genetic counselors, internists, dermatologists, and supportive care specialists. Dr. Wiest works with each patient to develop an individualized treatment plan that reflects their goals, values, and preferences.

Dr. Wiest's clinical interests include:

  • Multidisciplinary management of breast cancer
  • Precision‑medicine approaches informed by biomarker and genomic testing
  • Engagement with clinical trials and emerging therapies
  • Personalized care that supports both quality and quantity of life

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Wiest is active in translational research. He has a background in molecular genetics with a focus on DNA repair biology. His research incorporates studying the biology and treatment of DNA repair‑deficient cancers, including BRCA1/2‑associated breast cancers, and developing novel targeted therapies.

  • Compassionate, patient‑centered cancer care
  • Biology and treatment of DNA repair‑deficient cancers
  • Development of novel therapeutics
  • Precision medicine
  1. 2025
    FellowHematology/Oncology, Programs in Florida, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  2. 2022
    ResidentInternal Medicine, Programs in Florida, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  3. 2019
    MD/PhD - PhD in Molecular Genetics, With Honors, Completed March 2017University of New Mexico School of Medicine
  4. 2010
    BS - BS in Biology, Summa Cum LaudeUniversity of New Mexico

Certifications

  1. 2022
    Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal Medicine

Awards and honors

  1. 2022
    Mayo Clinic Clinician Investigator Training Program Mayo Clinic in Florida
  2. 2022
    Mayo Clinic Internal Medicine Residency Research Award Mayo Clinic in Florida
  3. 2021
    Top Poster SelectionMayo Clinic Quality Conference
  4. 2021
    Clinical Vignette Abstract Competition WinnerAmerican College of Physicians
  5. 2018
    W. Sterling Edwards Patient Communication Award University of New Mexico School of Medicine
  6. 2016
    Lurie and Lurie Whitlock Endowed Scholarship University of New Mexico School of Medicine
  7. 2016
    Sibbitt Memorial Scholarship University of New Mexico School of Medicine
  8. 2014
    UNM Graduate and Professional Student Association Student Research GrantUniversity of New Mexico
  9. 2014
    UNM Office of Graduate Studies Research Project and Travel GrantUniversity of New Mexico
  10. 2006
    UNM Presidential Scholarship Award University of New Mexico

Professional memberships

  1. 2021 - present
    MemberClinical Documentation Subcommittee, Mayo Clinic in Florida
  2. 2019 - present
    MemberDuval County Medical Society
  3. 2011 - present
    MemberAmerican College of Physicians
  4. 2010 - present
    MemberAmerican Medical Association

Publications