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Katherine E. Hansen, DO

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Breast Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer in Men
Breast Cancer in Pregnant Women
Breast Cancer in Young Women
High Risk Breast Disease and Risk Assessment
Lumpectomy for Breast Cancer
Mastectomy, Nipple Sparing
Surgery for Benign Breast Problems

Education

Medical Education:: DO, AT Still University College of Osteopathic Medicine Kirksville - 2009
Internship:: The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - 2010
Residency:: Rowan SOM/Jefferson Health/Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital - 2014
Fellowships:: Temple University Hospital/Fox Chase Cancer Center - 2015

Board Certifications

American Osteopathic Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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551 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

Her knowledge and understanding of my condition. Her care

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February 27, 2026

5.0

Again - she listens

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Dr. Hansen is amazing! She is kind, compassionate, smart and highly skilled. She kept me extremely at ease in dealing with my diagnosis and surgery. I can't say enough great things about her!

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February 18, 2026

5.0

She hasn't even cut into me yet but I think she's great. She explained everything very well. Was extremely kind, patient,clear... everything you want in this situation. 11 out of 10.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

She is awesome! Skilled, knowledgeable, and very kind and compassionate!

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Very courteous makes you feel comfortable

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February 09, 2026

5.0

She is very thorough and easy to talk to.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

She's a doctor that takes time to listen and understand she answers the questions. She offered suggestions. She has a great network.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Extremely personable

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Friendly. Professional. Prompt. Extremely kind, intelligent in her field, and did a fantastic job during my surgery and follow up.

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January 25, 2026

5.0

She understands and cares very well. She provides immediate response to my questions in portal too

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January 21, 2026

5.0

She is amazing! Takes time to explain and answers all questions! You can tell she truly cares!

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Her professional care and kindness

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Dr. Hansen is very patient. She is compassionate and takes her time to explain everything.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

I believe she sincerely cares and for me that's where recovery begins. There is none better.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

She was so friendly and explained everything so well. Made me feel less nervous

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Hansen explained the procedure very well and my recovery is going well.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

I am very happy that Dr. Hansen is the surgeon who is caring for me.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Dr. Hansen is amazing

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January 14, 2026

5.0

She a great dr. Very knowledgeable and really makes you feel at ease and answers all my questions.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Took time to let us know what would come next. Showed us the tests performed and explained what we saw. Explained things. Took time to answer all our questions and would answer question we had in the future.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

The surgeon was extremely knowledgeable and took a good deal of time to review all of the imaging with me and explain how that helped guide the surgical planning. She covered a huge amount of territory with me, took her time with everything let me ask my questions, her answers were always clear and responsive. She's also just a delightful person, which really makes this very difficult process a bit easier!

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Today was my first time meeting Dr. Hansen and she put me at ease immediately. She was very thorough and knowledgeable. She answered all my questions and took her time explaining my diagnosis and future appointments.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Dr Hansen is surgically skilled, keeps up with current literature, listens to her patients and is always on time. Very approachable.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Dr. Hansen takes the time to listen. I never felt rushed or like she wasn't listening. Any question I had, she answered thoroughly.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable. Personable. Patient. She knows her area and is open to questions. She explains things on a level that anyone can understand. She treats the person - not just the cancer. I truly appreciate and respect that. In my life I have come across MDs who put themselves above others - Dr. Hansen is not one of those.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

As I stated in the last question, I feel very comfortable with Dr. Hansen and I feel she will do everything possible to get me well.

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Very professional and caring. Explained procedure and options

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December 26, 2025

5.0

She is competent, helpful and so easy to talk with.

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December 26, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, skilled, and caring. . Explains procedures and conditions thoroughly on a level the patient understands without making the patient feel stupid. She open to questions ... treating each as important. Follows through promptly with procedures, communication, etc.

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December 26, 2025

5.0

OMG, I can't say enough about her. I wish for everyone to have a Dr like her. From the first diagnoses, she carefully explained everything and took my fear and made me feel that they would take good care of me and help me thru this journey

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December 22, 2025

5.0

She is very easy to talk to and allows for questions and concerns. Actually enjoy going to visit her!

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December 22, 2025

5.0

She truly cares about her patients. Gives great advice. During the difficult time pre surgery/post op I always I was in good hands

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December 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen is fabulous. She's actually cares how you feel. She nurturing and made me comfortable.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

From the moment I met Dr. Hansen I was at ease. She explained every step of the way throughly and never rushed me when I asked questions..

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen was just what I needed. She was extremely genuine and has such a human nature about her, which isn't always easy to find in a physician. She answered all of my questions and we agreed on a treatment plan that I felt confident with when I left the office. I would highly recommend her!

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December 17, 2025

5.0

An amazing doctor. Listens to her patients, has excellent communication, and very knowledgeable and skilled as a health care provider.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen is an incredible surgeon who puts her patients at ease by ensuring their concerns are heard and addressed. Her direct & positive bedside manner is reassuring. She treats the whole person not just the disease.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

I am doing well. Because she is a great surgeon. Also she is very kind and thoughtful to the patient.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

She has personality plus and is very thorough.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Explained everything she was going to do. Her bedside manner and just her very nice never felt rushed at my appointments

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen did an excellent job explaining my condition and explaining my next steps in care.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

My daughter, 16, was the patient. She made her feel very comfortable, listened to her, allowed her a choice and a voice. Best specialty doctor we have.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

She is the best! Very compassionate, knowledgeable, thorough, patient, understanding and very helpful! She's wonderful!!!

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December 04, 2025

5.0

I was very impressed with Dr Hansen. She was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to answer all of my questions. She reviewed all of my scans with us and explained, very well, the surgery options based on my diagnosis, as well as the potential follow up procedures.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen thoroughly explained all the details about the lumpectomy surgery & what preliminary appointments I would need to complete in order to proceed with the surgery

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November 28, 2025

5.0

Top notch surgery work and very personable. Explains things well; shows she cares.

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November 28, 2025

5.0

Dr Hansen put us at ease right from the start. Explained all my results, went through the different treatment options, and my next steps. I never felt rushed and left feeling hopeful and confident.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

As explained above Nurse Navigators in Breast Health from the Breast Center to the Cancer Center are wonderful!

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November 25, 2025

5.0

She's so kind and caring

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November 24, 2025

5.0

She was very thorough and explained things well along with the surgery being successful

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Great care, compassion and professionalism

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, compassionate, listens fully to her patients. One of the best Doctors I've ever been involved with.

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November 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen has the best bedside manner I've witnessed in a long time! She has a team that clearly follows her practice.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

She is absolutely amazing, kind, caring, honest, and compassionate. I feel so lucky to be in her care!

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Hansen takes her time with you and explain in detail. Answers all your questions. You don't feel rushed. She's very caring.

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October 31, 2025

5.0

She is thorough and kind and direct.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Very informative and helpful to my questions

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen is a unique person. She converses with patient as if they are family. Thorough in her delivery. Willingness to listen. Suggestions. Very positive person.

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October 22, 2025

5.0

I love that she explain everything to me step-by-step

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October 18, 2025

4.0

Very knowledgeable and personable

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Very caring Dr. Great bedside manner. She truly cares about her patients.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen takes time with her patients, giving them plenty of options to think about and discuss about how to move forward with preventative care. She doesn't push you down one path but helps guide you in your decisions with her wisdom and expertise.

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October 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen is a lovely person who cares about her patients.

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October 11, 2025

5.0

I've been seeing Dr. Hansen for several years. And as a cancer survivor, I really appreciate the time she takes with me to answer any new questions that I might have.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

She's caring She explains everything to you. Answers your questions. A real gem of a Dr!

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October 06, 2025

5.0

She did a great job, and kept us informed at every step.

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October 03, 2025

5.0

He explains all your questions very well.

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September 26, 2025

5.0

She's an awesome, caring & compassionate doctor.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Hansen is amazing! She is very attentive and compassionate in her care. I feel extremely confident in her care!

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September 23, 2025

5.0

She listens and takes time to share her knowledge with you..She is everything you hope and pray your Doctor will be.

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September 08, 2025

5.0

Can't begin to say how wonderful and caring Dr. Hansen is! She has been perfect my entire cancer journey!

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September 04, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner, explains everything so we could understand it, answered all our questions and when we left I felt more like a family member that a patient.

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August 22, 2025

5.0

Outstanding Doctor in all ways

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August 21, 2025

5.0

She is an awesome doctor. Her medical knowledge is astonishing but her dedication to her patients and the extra time she takes for building a relationship with her patients is amazing.

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August 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Hansen was very kind and took her time to talk to me about my concerns. She listened attentively and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand!

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August 20, 2025

5.0

I'll recommend Katherine Hansen because I felt comfortable in her care and trusted her judgement.

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August 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Hansen is the best! She is extremely knowledgeable, caring and kind! She gives her full attention during office visits and I never feel rushed with her. I feel so fortunate to be in her expert care.

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August 19, 2025

5.0

She is very easy to talk to & discuss whatever you need! Thorough as well

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August 15, 2025

5.0

She really listens and is very thorough.

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August 12, 2025

5.0

She answered all of my questions and made the information understandable. She also has a good, easygoing manner that put both me and my husband at ease.

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August 11, 2025

5.0

Very patient and neat in the process of surgery.

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August 11, 2025

5.0

Highly skilled and deeply compassionate, Dr. Hansen embodies what it means to be a true professional. I'm grateful to have her as part of my care team!

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August 11, 2025

5.0

Excellent surgeon. Great bed side manner. Just easy to talk to!

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August 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen is very knowledgeable, she has excellent bedside manners and you feel like you are really important, and your problems really matter.

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August 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen thoroughly discussed the procedure and answered all my questions. The surgery was completed successfully.

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August 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Hansen explained things very clearly and was very easy to understand. Her professional manner and personality was comforting to me.

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August 09, 2025

5.0

Same as above. Listens and acts ON YOUR NEEDS, that HUGE!

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August 08, 2025

5.0

Most sincerely, she is a doctor like no other. I feel like I'm her only patient and she clarifies every little detail- even things I haven't thought of.

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August 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen was very thorough and helpful. She took the time to explain imaging results and give treatment plan advice. Dr. Hansen made sure I understood, answered all my questions, and addressed concerns.

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August 07, 2025

5.0

She is a great surgeon and is a caring woman. She always has time to talk about any of my concerns

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August 03, 2025

5.0

She cares! She takes her time, explains everything, and she has a great personality. I actually look forward to my appointments with her.

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August 01, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk to, informative, listens to concerns and acts like she really cares- you truly feel like a person, not a number.

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August 01, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, kind, informative, empathetic and helpful.

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July 31, 2025

5.0

She was great took her time explained everything clearly and made me feel like she really care about what was best for my over all health.

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July 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen took time to listen, explain exactly what was going on and even drew pictures. She is a friendly, knowledgeable person citing newest research and giving a website to help break down medical terms for future reference.

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July 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen communicates clearly, is experienced and educated. She is also very personable.

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July 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Hansen was so easy to talk to and so thorough and explained everything so clearly. I feel like I'm in very good hands!

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July 22, 2025

5.0

Takes time to completely explain things. No rushes. Genuinely cares

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July 16, 2025

5.0

She is on time, always knows your lab and radiology results before she sees you and she communicates clearly. I also really appreciate that she is accessible via my chart for any questions between appts!

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Disclosures

Katherine E. Hansen, DO reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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