Cancer Care | Rochester, MN - Olmsted Medical Center
Oncology • Rochester, MN • Since 1949
About
Olmsted Medical Center (OMC) is a nonprofit hospital system serving Rochester and southeastern Minnesota since 1949. It operates a Level IV trauma hospital with a 24-hour ER, multiple clinics (including two multi-specialty clinics and 11 community branches) and walk-in FastCare/Acute Care services. OMC offers more than 35 specialties, with strong emphasis on personal, convenient care. The center sees over 325,000 patients annually and delivers nearly 1,000 babies. For cancer care specifics in Rochester, MN, OMC is part of its broad clinical network and provides services through its multidisciplinary departments; exact cancer care programs are listed among their specialties and include related diagnostics, treatment, and supportive services across its Rochester locations. If you’re seeking cancer-focused care in Rochester, OMC’s established presence in family, internal, OB/GYN, and related specialties supports comprehensive patient care at multiple sites. Contact: humanresources@olmmed.org or main lines listed on olmmed.org for clinic locations and cancer-related services.
Clinic Type
Oncology
Address
Not specified on page
Phone
507.288.3443
HumanResources@olmmed.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
Does OMC provide chemotherapy on site?
No, chemotherapy is not provided on site; referrals to regional cancer centers are coordinated.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- CMS HCAHPS (Patient Satisfaction Surveys): 4 out of 5 stars (269 completed patient surveys)
- Healthgrades: 80% of patients would definitely recommend (7% higher than national average) (Not explicitly specified total count)
Patients praise
- High patient recommendation rates (around 80%+)
- Above-average patient experience scores for nurse and doctor communication
- High ratings for facility cleanliness
- Good ratings for discharge information and pain management in clinical surveys
Common complaints
- Some reports of dismissive or impersonal provider communication
- Frustration regarding unresolved pain and medical billing practices
- Instances where patients felt their concerns were not adequately addressed by staff
"Dr. Renelt was kind- a rare trait these days. Trustworthy & thorough."
— Healthgrades review"The patient care representative, Mary, I talked to on the phone said that I can't expect them to solve my problem because medicine isn't an exact science. All Mary and all Olmsted care about is getting paid."
— Yelp customer reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Small team, big impact: Automation helps relieve symptoms to keep cancer patients out of the ER - Mayo Clinic News Network — Dec 2, 2025
- Mayo Clinic in Rochester makes Best Hospitals Honor Roll, ranked first in two specialties - Post Bulletin | Rochester Minnesota news, weather, sports — Jul 29, 2025
- How Mayo Clinic is providing specialized cancer care for adolescents and young adults - PHOENIX magazine — Aug 6, 2025
- Open Arms Partners With Mayo Clinic, Hope Lodge - Open Arms of Minnesota — Oct 7, 2025
- Tomorrow's Cure: The future of cancer care is at home - Mayo Clinic News Network — Jul 23, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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