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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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Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

434 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

79 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

79 Reviews

April 25, 2025

5.0

Katherine spent the time to answer every question we had that was not covered under her original discussion. I did not feel rushed or pressured to let her get to her next patient. She made me feel like her number one priority for the time she spent with me!

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Very professional. Kind and considerate. Always listens to you. She takes time to hear your concerns. She follows through whenever necessary. I have been a patient for over six years and am extremely pleased with her decisions.

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April 23, 2025

5.0

Personalized care

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Dr Hansen is very knowledgeable and a skilled surgeon. She always answers any questions I have and I never feel like this is a rushed appointment.

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April 15, 2025

5.0

She took her time during my paper. I never felt rushed. She explained everything thoroughly and fully answered all my questions.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

She takes the time to explain everything to you, so happy that I followed her to northwestern to continue my care with breast cancer

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen really cares about her patients and is a knowledgeable and talented surgeon.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

She's caring and takes time to explain things to you that you had no clue about. She's always been willing to go the extra mile to make sure you are comfortable and understand what's going on and treatments.

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April 07, 2025

5.0

She is amazing!!!!!

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen exceeded my expectations with the personal care, understanding and communication. I went into the consultation terrified and left with a weight lifted off my shoulders. She was amazing.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

She is friendly, kind, caring. She listens and makes sure I am good and makes sure I don't have any questions.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Excellent care giver snd an extremely patient listener.

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March 21, 2025

5.0

SHE'S JUST SO CARING AND DOWN TO EARTH. I know I'm in very good care with her.

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March 19, 2025

5.0

Explained everything

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March 11, 2025

5.0

Made me feel very ease, knew what she was talking about and made everything understandable

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March 05, 2025

5.0

She is kind, caring, compassionate, knowledgeable, trustworthy, and just a good person. You can tell she enjoys what she does and her energy is uplifting. Excellent Dr

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March 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen is the BEST! Super informative. Sure helpful. Wonderful personality! Couldn't be any better! So grateful she's my Dr.!

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February 27, 2025

5.0

Very professional in everything Nice and kind women

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February 15, 2025

5.0

I have been seeing Dr. Hansen from the very beginning of my breast cancer diagnosis six years ago. When I found out she was leaving NCH, there was no question about transferring to her new practice. I can't imagine going through this experience without her compassion, knowledge and her sense of humor, which is very much needed during this time. She is a true blessing to those who are fortunate enough to receive her care.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

I can't say enough good about Dr Hansen! From my personal experience she is an outstanding surgeon. The after care was outstanding. The follow up visits were always personal and caring. There was always a concern if I had any questions, and encouraged to reach out if I did. If not for her, my genetic testing may have never got done, she pushed it through, the results were very important for my family. Thank you Dr. Hansen!

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February 08, 2025

5.0

Compassionate, knowledgeable, professional, understanding. Answers all my questions.

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February 07, 2025

5.0

She is kind, empathetic and explained my procedure and options. I would definitely recommend her.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

I have no discernible scar.

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February 05, 2025

5.0

She is very Knowledgeable, explains in simple terms . Her diagrams on treatment upcoming are an excellent tool in remembering what happens next. Continually follows up and keeps your treatment on track. Is personable and caring.

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February 03, 2025

5.0

Best drain tube choice!!

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February 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen is knowledgeable & compassionate. She listens to your questions & gives you answers. She cares about me.

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January 31, 2025

5.0

Her choice of tubing. Her knowledge and understanding. Ha we will see how her work turns out haha

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January 25, 2025

5.0

Very attentive to patient. Answered all questions. Reviewed results of biopsy in detail, discussed options, initiated a plan, scheduled further testing and followup appointment. Listened to patients concerns and addressed.

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January 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Hansen has been my saving grace. Since being diagnosed with Breast Cancer a 2nd time 5 years ago she has been a life saver. She has given me a 2nd chance. She is compassionate and caring and takes the time to comfort you when the news is not the greatest. She's always phone call away and is always there for you. I'm beyond blessed and thankful that she is my doctor. Thank You Dr. Hansen

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Explained the surgery and recovery with care and professionalism, Would highly recommend her to anyone.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hansen is great. She sees you as a person and not just another patient/body. She listens and addressed all my questions and fears, sometimes before I could even verbalize them. When she switched practices, she made sure I rescheduled my cancelled appointment (I was sick the day of my original appointment) to make sure she told me personally about her move and to say goodbye. The drive to see her at the old practice was roughly the same to see her at the new practice (which was in network). Needless to say, I chose to follow her to the new practice.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

She's very personable. A good listener. She took great care of me.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

She listens patiently and replies. Her support is so awesome

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January 17, 2025

5.0

She's wonderful .. so blessed that I had her as my surgeon. This was a difficult time for me .. but she got me through it ..

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Takes her time and stays positive with every conversation. Answers all questions asked, even if they seem silly. She makes me feel very comfortable.

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December 27, 2024

5.0

Seriously best surgeon ever. So kind & listened to all my concerns, took great care of me, I couldn't be happier!

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Dr Hansen is great. She is very personable and friendly.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

She is very knowledgeable but also very calming and patient.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

She explains everything well. She is honest but positive. Very personable and considerate.

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December 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen did my surgery and everything went Great! I thank her from the bottom of my heart!

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November 26, 2024

5.0

Caring, compassionate, expert

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November 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen is a fabulous communicator in addition to being an excellent surgeon. I would recommend Dr. Hansen to anyone who is unfortunate enough to need her help.

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November 21, 2024

5.0

Fantastic first appointment with breast surgeon, eased a lot of nerves!

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November 21, 2024

5.0

shows compassion-never feel rushed-answers any and all questions-makes sure everthing from the visit is understood

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November 20, 2024

5.0

She is very thorough. Knows what she is talking about Does good drawings and e plantations

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November 20, 2024

5.0

Love her knowledge, caring attitude and passion for helping her patients. Also see above comments

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November 18, 2024

5.0

She took the time to make sure all our questions were answered.

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November 15, 2024

5.0

Willingness to listen, knowledgeable, kind, helpful, detail oriented

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November 14, 2024

5.0

Best Dr. I've ever encountered! Her knowledge, empathy, and ability to listen are extraordinary.

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen took very good care of me. She's very friendly and explain everything in detail.

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen took time to explain the surgery outcome with details and her patience is magnificent.

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November 08, 2024

5.0

I was really impressed with Dr.Hansen, she explained everything to me about my breast cancer, and what could be done for me.

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November 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen is truly concerned about you as a patient.

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November 04, 2024

5.0

Very professional. Good bedside manner

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November 01, 2024

5.0

She took a lot of time to explain the multiple options for surgery and made sure all our questions were answered.

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October 31, 2024

5.0

She is just an awesome doctor.

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October 31, 2024

5.0

She is very helpful, she listens and is so friendly and caring! She is like a friend that cares for you!

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October 22, 2024

5.0

She has an excellent bedside manner and was very thorough

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October 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen is just the best. I feel totally secure under her care. She takes her time and is great at answering all my questions.

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October 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen explained the surgery details very well.

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October 15, 2024

5.0

she's number 1 very friendly, professional, and thorough,,

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October 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen takes her time to listen to my concerns and follows up with reasonable actions to rule out potential issues. She helps me feel at ease and I never feel rushed and I feel like she cares. She has excellent bedside manner.

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October 12, 2024

5.0

She is the BEST.

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October 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen is very professional, and takes the time to spend answering questions and puts me at ease.

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October 11, 2024

5.0

Very thorough physician. Made me feel at ease

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October 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen makes you feel immediately comfortable to talk to. She takes the time to answer all your questions and concerns.

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October 10, 2024

5.0

She was wonderful. Kind, authentic, and thorough. She made she all my questions were answered.

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October 10, 2024

5.0

Her walk thru of my scans and medical advice for the issue at hand was excellent.

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October 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen is one of 2 doctors that have had in my lifetime, that I am truly grateful to work with. She is such a caring, informative doctor to have for my care. I appreciate that she takes time to answer all of my questions.

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October 03, 2024

5.0

She is the best. My surgery recovery was easier than my recovery from the biopsies or the MRI. So knowledgeable & able to breakdown test results so anyone can understand them. She never seems rushed. My case is her priority when she is with me.

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October 03, 2024

5.0

She is very informative - great bedside manor.

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October 02, 2024

5.0

She was very matter-of-fact, explained everything very clearly and helped me feel very positive about any experience I will be having or going through through my long journey

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October 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen explained the diagnosis and treatment options very clearly and thoroughly. She answered all our questions completely. I felt very comfortable with her knowledge and caring manner.

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September 27, 2024

5.0

Her examination is very thorough. She listens carefully to me and asks questions to clarify. She genuinely cares about me and my good health.

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September 22, 2024

5.0

I felt that she is a doctor that really cares for her patients.

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September 18, 2024

5.0

She very caring, knowledgeable and easy to talk to

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September 12, 2024

5.0

Great service and specialist!

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September 10, 2024

5.0

She met with us (husband, oldest daughter and me) We felt welcomed and valued

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September 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hansen was thorough in her explanation, she was kind, and had a good sense of humor. She was realistic in her prognosis and answered all my questions.

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Disclosures

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

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