Cancer

Dr. Andrew Meyer is board certified in internal medicine, medical oncology and hematology. He earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Arizona in Tucson and a medical degree from Midwestern University in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Meyer completed his internal medicine residency and hematology/oncology fellowship at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois.
He wants his patients to know that he values shared decision-making. Dr. Meyer strives to work alongside his patients using his clinical expertise combined with the preferences and comfort levels of his patients.

Dr. Benjamin Slane earned an undergraduate degree in biology from Drake University. He earned a master’s degree in free radical and radiation biology and his medical degree from the University of Iowa. Dr. Slane completed a residency in radiation oncology at the University of Arizona. He is a member of the American Radium Society and the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology.

Dr. Darren Klish earned an undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Kansas State University and a Master of Public Health degree from the Yale University School of Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of medicine. Dr. Klish completed a residency in radiation oncology at the University of Kansas Medical Center and an internal medicine internship at Western Pennsylvania Hospital. He is a member of the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology. 

Jennifer Hawasli, MD, received her undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin and earned her medical degree from Texas Tech Health Sciences Center School of Medicine. She completed her internship and residency at Saint Louis University School of Medicine and her fellowship in Oncological Breast Surgery at Washington University School of Medicine.
Dr. Hawasli focuses mostly on breast cancer, but also sees patients with benign breast disease and patients at higher risk of breast cancer to make sure it is caught early on when it is still very treatable. She says the comprehensive care and tools LMH Health offers for oncology patients is just one reason she recommends Lawrence Breast Specialists.
“My philosophy of care is truly about giving my patients power over their diagnosis. I want my patients to know about the disease, how we treat it and outcomes from those treatments.”
Dr. Hawasli is an active member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, Society of Surgical Oncology, Association of Women Surgeons and American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Palmer is board certified in internal medicine, hematology and medical oncology.  She earned a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from the University of Kansas.  She earned a doctor of medicine degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine.  She completed an internal medicine residency at Scripps Mercy Hospital, San Diego, California.  Following that she completed a three-year hematology and oncology fellowship at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.  

"One of my favorite parts about being an oncologist is being there for my patients. This is one of the most difficult times of their lives and being able to support them through their diagnosis and their survivorship is very rewarding."
Dr. Jodie Barr is board certified in internal medicine, hematology and oncology. She completed her undergraduate degree in chemistry at McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana and earned her medical degree from the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. Dr. Barr completed an internal medicine residency at Exempla Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver and an oncology/hematology fellowship at the University of Kansas Cancer Center in Westwood. She is also the medical chairman of the LMH Health survivorship program.

Dr. Luke Huerter earned his medical degree at the University of Kansas, where he also received a bachelor's degree in psychology. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics and a fellowship at the Huntsman Cancer Institute in hematology/oncology. Dr. Huerter is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology and is an active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Medical Association.
Dr. Huerter wants his patients to know that he values and believes that establishing a personal relationship with his patients and their families is vital to successful cancer treatment. He is dedicated to providing an open line of communication between himself, the team, the patient and their family. Dr. Huerter will always be an advocate for his patient’s cancer care and their overall health.

Sara Jones, APRN, earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas School of Nursing and graduated from the University of Central Missouri with a Master of Science in Nursing. She has been nominated for two DAISY Awards for Extraordinary Nursing.
“I went into breast care because of my grandmother’s fight against breast cancer. It is important to me to take care of patients  with serious illnesses and support them through challenging times.”
Jones began her career working at the University of Kansas Health System’s Heart Center before completing her master’s degree.
“The thing I enjoy most about being an APRN is getting to know my patients as a whole and following them through their journey. I want my patients to be comfortable and know that I am there for them.”

Dr. Soule is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology.  She earned her medical degree from the University of Kansas and a bachelor's degree in chemistry from Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota.  She completed her residency in internal medicine at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, and completed a fellowship in hematology/oncology at Indiana University.  While in Indiana she was a member of the Breast Cancer Program and her research focused on breast cancer treatment.  She also served as director of Medical Oncology at Wishard Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana.