Biographical summary
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.
Conditions treated
Procedures performed
Interests
- Compassionate, patient‑centered cancer care
- Biology and treatment of DNA repair‑deficient cancers
- Development of novel therapeutics
- Precision medicine
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 2025
FellowHematology/Oncology, Programs in Florida, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 2022
ResidentInternal Medicine, Programs in Florida, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 2019
MD/PhD - PhD in Molecular Genetics, With Honors, Completed March 2017University of New Mexico School of Medicine
- 2010
BS - BS in Biology, Summa Cum LaudeUniversity of New Mexico
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 2022
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
Awards and honors
- 2022
Mayo Clinic Clinician Investigator Training Program Mayo Clinic in Florida
- 2022
Mayo Clinic Internal Medicine Residency Research Award Mayo Clinic in Florida
- 2021
Top Poster SelectionMayo Clinic Quality Conference
- 2021
Clinical Vignette Abstract Competition WinnerAmerican College of Physicians
- 2018
W. Sterling Edwards Patient Communication Award University of New Mexico School of Medicine
- 2016
Lurie and Lurie Whitlock Endowed Scholarship University of New Mexico School of Medicine
- 2016
Sibbitt Memorial Scholarship University of New Mexico School of Medicine
- 2014
UNM Graduate and Professional Student Association Student Research GrantUniversity of New Mexico
- 2014
UNM Office of Graduate Studies Research Project and Travel GrantUniversity of New Mexico
- 2006
UNM Presidential Scholarship Award University of New Mexico
Professional memberships
- 2021 - present
MemberClinical Documentation Subcommittee, Mayo Clinic in Florida
- 2019 - present
MemberDuval County Medical Society
- 2011 - present
MemberAmerican College of Physicians
- 2010 - present
MemberAmerican Medical Association
Publications