I am a surgical oncologist and chief of breast cancer services at Memorial Cancer Institute, where I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with breast cancer.

I was drawn to the field of oncology during my medical training because of the blend of intelligence and heart required to care for patients with cancer. I cherish the opportunity to educate patients, minimize their fear and uncertainty and help them navigate the challenging landscape of cancer care. My greatest compliment is when patients leave my office at the end of a consult and tell me they feel renewed hope and security.

A critical component of cancer care is finding the right treatment for the right patient at the right time. I believe in being honest with my patients and their caregivers about their diagnoses and options. I share the data, studies and scientific backing behind our decisions so they feel informed and understand what we can and cannot do with their cancer care. Most patients overestimate risk and underestimate survival and outcomes, and I enjoy helping them reframe their expectations and see there can be life after cancer.

I also hold a master's in clinical research, teach and mentor other physicians and publish and present on various aspects of cancer care, including research on breast cancer.

Before joining Memorial, I served as deputy director and surgical oncologist at Allina Health Cancer Institute in Minnesota, where I was honored to be named a “Top Doctor” in the state by Minnesota Monthly Magazine annually and was also recognized as a “Top Doctor” for women. Currently, I serve on national committees for the Society of Surgical Oncology and am a breast surgical oncology fellowship site reviewer for the American Society of Breast Surgeons.

When I’m not in the office, I enjoy being outdoors, traveling, exploring new restaurants and spending time with my husband and teenagers. Visiting California wine country is an annual trip for me. Being near water is my happy place, so I’m obviously thrilled to be in South Florida.

Hospital Affiliations

• Memorial Hospital Miramar
• Memorial Hospital West
• Memorial Regional Hospital

Gender

• Female

Languages

• English

Education

University of Minnesota Medical Center, 2005

Residency

University Of Minnesota, 2012, Surgery

Fellowships

University Of Texas-MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2014, Surgical Oncology

Certifications

American Board of Surgery-Complex General Surgical Oncology
American Board of Surgery-Surgery

Publications

Professional Organizations

• Fellow, American College of Surgeons
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology
• Member of the Society of Surgical Oncology
• Member of the Florida Society of Clinical Oncology
• Member of the Memorial Cancer Institute Florida Atlantic University Cancer Center of Excellence

Presentations

• Rueth, N. Trends in Oncology and the Future of Oncology at Allina Health. Presented at Dimensions in Oncology. November 2021.
• Rueth, N. Session Moderator: Allina Partnership to Transform Survivorship and Integrative Medicine.Allina Health Cancer Institute Oncology Symposium. September 2022.
• Rueth, N. Clinical Implications of Population Health. National Consortium of Breast Centers 2023 Annual Interdisciplinary Breast Center Conference. March 2023
• Rueth, N. Volume to Value: Population Health and Why it Matters to the Breast Center. National Consortium of Breast Centers 2023 Annual Interdisciplinary Breast Center Conference. March 2023.
• Rueth, N. Trends in Oncology and the Future of Oncology at Allina Health. Presented at Dimensions in Oncology. October 2023.
• Rueth, N. What’s New in Breast Cancer: Hot Topics at Breast Health: A Team Approach 2024. February 2024.
• Rueth, N. Quality Poster Presentations: Session Moderator at Society of Surgical Oncology Annual Meeting. Atlanta, March 2024.
• Rueth, N. Breast Cancer: Session Moderator. Best of ASCO 2024 Symposium. Miami, July 2024.

Awards

• 2022, 2021, 2020: “Top Doctors in Minnesota,” Minnesota Monthly Magazine
• 2019, 2018, 2017: “Top Doctors Rising Stars,” Minnesota Monthly Magazine
• 2019: “Best Doctors” and “Best Doctors for Women,” Minnesota Monthly Magazine
• 2016: “Best Doctors” distinction in breast surgery
• 2013: Trainee Research Day Poster Competitions Finalist, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• 2012: The Doctor David Gaviser Mount Sinai Hospital Surgical Research Award, University of Minnesota Department of Surgery
• 2011: Faculty/Fellow/Resident Recognition Award, University of Minnesota Department of Surgery (peer-nominated award for notable contributions)
• 2011: The Henry Buchwald Award, University of Minnesota Department of Surgery (honors a surgical resident for work in the clinic and lab)
• 2010: Excellence in Clinical Research Award, University of Minnesota Department of Surgery
• 2005: Gaviser-Hays Award for Compassion, University of Minnesota Department of Surgery