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Oncology and Hematology • Yankton, SD • 1 (Avera Medical Group Oncology and Hematology Clinic on the fourth floor of Avera Sacred Heart Hospital) locations
Clinic Type
Oncology and Hematology
Address
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, fourth floor, Yankton, SD
Phone
(605) 655-1800
gary.wood@yankton.net
Opening Hours
8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Mondays–Thursdays; 8 a.m. – noon Fridays
Services Offered
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- ABA Navigator: 3.0/5 (8)
- Healthgrades: 4.2/5 (5)
- Seniors.fyi: 2.6/5 (27)
Patients praise
- High patient appreciation for local cancer care that minimizes travel requirements
- Staff described as caring, compassionate, and attentive to patient needs
- Effective team-based and coordinated care approaches recognized by patients
Common complaints
- Billing concerns and perceived focus on profit at some local psychological practices
- Difficulty scheduling and long wait times for some providers
- Historical concerns regarding oversight and care at specific geriatric facilities in Yankton
"It was just a blessing that we can come here to do it. Doing it here is just amazing. If you feel bad, at least you’re two miles from home and can go lie down and rest and do what you need to do."
— Patient testimonial regarding oncology services in Yankton"She is an active listener and genuinely cares. She does not let you leave her office without a clear follow-up plan."
— Testimonial regarding a provider at Yankton Medical ClinicSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- A New Vision | Community | yankton.net — May 6, 2026
- Avera Cancer Institute Celebrates Grand Opening, Marking a New Era of Cancer Care in Yankton - Midwest Medical Edition — Jun 30, 2026
- Avera Cancer Institute holds grand opening for new facility in Yankton — Jun 30, 2026
- Avera Cancer Institute holds grand opening for new facility in Yankton — Jun 30, 2026
- Avera Cancer Institute to Be Located Within Ness Family Center in Honor of Lead Gift - Midwest Medical Edition — May 6, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More oncology and hematology clinics in Yankton
Summary: Mary Lee Villanueva, MD is an Oncologist/Hematologist affiliated with Avera Health in Yankton, SD. The Avera Medical Group page provides general information about the organization (headquartered in Aberdeen, SD; 18 employees; two SD offices), but does not list or confirm Dr. Villanueva’s specific role, location (Yankton), or contact details. For precise details about Dr. Villanueva’s practice location, schedule, and services at Yankton, please refer to Avera Health’s official physician directory or contact Avera Yankton directly.
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital is a nonprofit health care facility in Yankton, SD, offering emergency, pediatric, and specialty services. It operates as part of the Avera Health system and emphasizes care guided by Christian values. Key details: - Location: 501 Summit St, Yankton, SD 57078 (HQ) - Type: Nonprofit hospital - Services: Emergency, pediatric, and specialty care - Workforce: ~77 employees - Contact: Main local numbers listed; main HQ phone 605-655-1200 - Governance: Part of Avera’s health ministry with multiple executives (e.g., Director of Clinic Operations, VP Mission) - Online: More info at locations.avera.org/avera-sacred-heart Note: The page focuses on Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, not specifically on an oncology/hematology program. If you’re seeking “Avera Oncology & Hematology” in Yankton, you might need to verify whether oncology/hematology services are offered directly at this site or through another Avera facility in the region.
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