“Oncology
medicine is
unique. I get to
know my patients
and their families
and walk with
them on their
cancer journey.”
As an oncologist/hematologist, Dr. Isaac
Yeboah specializes in the diagnosis,
treatment and prevention of cancers
and blood diseases such as leukemia,
hemophilia and lymphoma.
While completing an oncology internship in
his native Ghana, he knew that oncology/
hematology would be his specialty. “Different
aspects of medicine come into play. Not just
the physical healing and treatment, but also
the psychological aspects. You must find
a way to get people’s spirits up. This jelled
with me from the beginning.”
He believes in the far-reaching impact
that oncology research plays in patient
outcomes. “I don’t think there is any other field where research is more integral to
patient care than this specialty, to be a
part of a new way of doing things that may
impact people’s lives. Research is the only
way to achieve excellence.”
Dr. Yeboah (pronounced Yee BO ah)
completed medical residencies at Jersey
Shore University Medical Center, where he
was also chief resident, and a fellowship
in hematology/oncology at Rutgers
University – Cancer Institute of New Jersey.
He plans to continue his research activities
at Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation.
“I am very excited about collaborating with
other physicians here on clinical research.”
“I am very passionate about ensuring all
the best treatment options are available to
my patients including enrollment in clinical
trials, with the ultimate goal of giving
my patients the best chance towards
overcoming their disease. Having the
opportunity to play this amazing role in my
patient’s lives is what keeps me going.”
He also likes the family-friendly environment
of Marshfield. “It’s a great area to raise kids,
with a great educational system.” Dr. Yeboah
and his wife, Mary, have a daughter and
son. He may try ice skating and skiing,
and may resume soccer again, a sport he
played during his residency.