Colleen Turrisi, MSN, CNS, CRNP
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.
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 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
28 PATIENT COMMENTS
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5.0
June 25, 2022
Been coming here since 2009 & have always had good experience.
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5.0
May 23, 2022
Colleen Turrisi, NP treated me very good, sat and listen to my worries and concerns.
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5.0
April 15, 2022
Colleen Turrisi is outstanding & a treasure to your organization. Outstanding.
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5.0
March 25, 2022
[...] she is GREAT. Always kind, supportive, helpful & ready to answer any questions.
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5.0
March 17, 2022
First time seeing Colleen Turrisi NP. Loved her concern, time spent and overall concern & knowledge.
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5.0
March 01, 2022
Thanks be to God and Fox chase much love.
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5.0
February 22, 2022
Excellent care.
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5.0
January 10, 2022
Colleen Turrisi is by far the (BEST)! Extremely professional!!!
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5.0
November 14, 2021
Colleen is caring and capable. I feel in very good hands with her.
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5.0
October 22, 2021
Excellent visit. I learned some information that I was unaware of previously.
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5.0
October 22, 2021
45 minute wait to see provider was unacceptable. Otherwise, no complaints.
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5.0
October 15, 2021
Good experience.
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5.0
September 02, 2021
Colleen is one of the best doctors I have ever worked with. She is very caring and takes all the time necessary to meet my needs. She is the reason I have chosen to stay with Fox Chase - don't let her retire!!
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5.0
August 20, 2021
Good experience
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5.0
August 17, 2021
Every visit has been exceptional!
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5.0
August 15, 2021
This is the first time I have been treated by Colleen Turrisi, having been seen by [...] prior to this. I was very pleased with the standard of care and the time spent with me. Super NP!
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5.0
August 13, 2021
Love Colleen Turrisi. She's the best.
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5.0
August 05, 2021
Very professional and caring.
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5.0
August 04, 2021
Provider was attentive and answered all questions thoroughly.
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5.0
July 24, 2021
Excellent Service
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