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Colleen Turrisi, MSN, CNS, CRNP
Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
About
Advanced Practice Clinician
Nurse Practitioner
Specialties
Treatment Focus
Radiation Oncology Survivorship
Treatment Philosophy
In my 40 years as an oncology nurse, my philosophy has been to treat my patients with honor and respect. I believe that my role in caring for them is a privilege. I believe in helping to guide them to feel the best that they can, through not only treating their cancer, but also maximizing the most healthy choices in living their lives. This includes addressing patients' mental state (emotional stressors, coping skills, family issues), as well as physical status (exercise, sleep, nutrition, taking a holistic approach to wellness). I feel blessed to have chosen a career that I love.
Education and Training
Educational Background
- CRNP, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, 2007
- MSN, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, 1994
- BS, Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, 1977
Memberships
- American Society of Therapeutic Radiation Oncologists (ASTRO)
- Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)
Research Profile
Research Interests
- Cancer survivorship
Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Advanced Practice Clinician
Nurse Practitioner
Specialties
Treatment Focus
Radiation Oncology Survivorship
Treatment Philosophy
In my 40 years as an oncology nurse, my philosophy has been to treat my patients with honor and respect. I believe that my role in caring for them is a privilege. I believe in helping to guide them to feel the best that they can, through not only treating their cancer, but also maximizing the most healthy choices in living their lives. This includes addressing patients' mental state (emotional stressors, coping skills, family issues), as well as physical status (exercise, sleep, nutrition, taking a holistic approach to wellness). I feel blessed to have chosen a career that I love.
Education
Educational Background
- CRNP, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, 2007
- MSN, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, 1994
- BS, Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, 1977
Memberships
- American Society of Therapeutic Radiation Oncologists (ASTRO)
- Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)
Research Profile
Research Interests
- Cancer survivorship
54 PATIENT COMMENTS
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5.0
May 30, 2020
All the people I meant were very nice & caring, and Colleen Turrisi is a very kind and special person.
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5.0
May 26, 2020
[...] Colleen is why I am willing to drive 2 hrs. for an appointment. I have nothing but respect for her.
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5.0
April 01, 2020
Colleen Turrisi - was like talking to a friend sensitive to anything I talked talked about.
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5.0
March 18, 2020
I have seen Colleen Turrisi for 17 yrs. She has kept me updated and has been helpful.
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5.0
March 05, 2020
Excellent service.
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5.0
February 27, 2020
Ms. Turrisi has been taking care of me for 11 years. Very pleasant & always all my concerns. Very caring.
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5.0
February 03, 2020
Very pleased.
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5.0
February 03, 2020
Been coming since 2005 never had a problem.
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5.0
January 24, 2020
I am very fortunate to have such a wonderful person that helps me & answer all my worries.
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5.0
January 14, 2020
Always good to see Colleen!
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5.0
January 08, 2020
Over the years my experience with Colleen has ALWAYS been wonderful!!
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5.0
January 06, 2020
long wait about one hour but Colleen gives you her undivided attention
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5.0
December 17, 2019
Colleen always takes the time to answer all my concerns.
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5.0
November 17, 2019
Very good experience/good result.
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5.0
November 15, 2019
Colleen Turrisi, NP is the kindness caring person - Fox Chase works the same.
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5.0
November 13, 2019
Always a positive experience these 10 years.
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5.0
November 11, 2019
My experience was very good.
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5.0
October 28, 2019
Colleen Turrisi is an excellent and talented caregiver. She should be commended.
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5.0
October 09, 2019
Excellent experience as always!
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5.0
October 06, 2019
Good experience.
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