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Nancy P Mendenhall, MD

Radiation Oncologist

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My bio

A University of Florida College of Medicine faculty member since 1985, Dr. Mendenhall served as the chair of the department of radiation oncology from 1993-2006. She has nearly 30 years of experience and specializes in the areas of breast cancer, Hodgkin's disease, lymphomas and pediatric cancers. She also treats patients who have prostate cancer and other malignancies. Dr. Mendenhall is a leader in research, has extensive experience in cooperative group trials (COG) and has produced nearly 160 published works, including articles in such publications as American Journal of Clinical Oncology, Cancer, and the Journal of the American Medical Association. In addition, she has been named in several leading women's magazines as one of the nation's top doctors for women with cancer. Currently, Dr. Mendenhall is responsible for the day-to-day clinical operations of the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute.

Board certifications

  • Therapeutic Radiology

    American Board of Radiology

Education

  • Residency - Therapeutic Radiology

    University of Florida, 1984

  • Internship - Therapeutic Radiology

    University of Florida, 1981

  • Medical Degree

    University of Florida, 1980

My areas of focus

Specialties

Gender

Female

Accomplishments

  • America's Top Doctor

    Castle Connolly, 2005-2010

  • "The Best Doctors in America" for breast cancer and lymphoma

    The Best Doctors, 2002

  • Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers

    unknown, 2002

  • Listed as a Top Doctor

    Redbook Magazine Top Doctor Listing, 2001

  • Listed as one of top 318 cancer specialists for women for breast cancer

    Good Housekeeping, 1999

  • "The Best Doctors in America" for breast cancer and lymphoma

    The Best Doctors, 1992-1996

  • Best Cancer Doctors for Lymphoma

    Good Housekeeping, 1992