Dr. Patrick Michael Gaffney M.D.
Oncologist | Medical Oncology
University Of Minnesota Physicians 424 Harvard Street S Minneapolis MN, 55455About
Dr. Patrick Gaffney is an oncologist practicing in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Gaffney specializes in the care and treatment of patients with cancer. As an oncologist, Dr. Gaffney manages and oversees the treatment of a cancer patient after he or she has been diagnosed with the disease. Oncologists will care for their patients throughout the course of the disease. Types of oncologists include medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, pediatric oncologists and hematologist oncologists.
Education and Training
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1991
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Visualizing human leukocyte antigen class II risk haplotypes in human systemic lupus erythematosus.
- Pearl, a novel family of putative transposable elements in bivalve mollusks.
- Genetic variability assessed by microsatellites in a breeding program of Pacific white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei).
- Identification of a gene expression signature associated with recurrent disease in squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck.
- Genetic association of the R620W polymorphism of protein tyrosine phosphatase PTPN22 with human SLE.
- Progress towards understanding the genetic pathogenesis of systemic lupus erythematosus.
- Complete mitochondrial DNA sequence of the eastern oyster Crassostrea virginica.
- Gene expression profiling in human autoimmunity.
- Genes associated with early development, apoptosis and cell cycle regulation define a gene expression profile of adenoid cystic carcinoma.
- Periostin promotes invasion and anchorage-independent growth in the metastatic process of head and neck cancer.
- Polymorphism at the TNF superfamily gene TNFSF4 confers susceptibility to systemic lupus erythematosus.
- Endogenous heparan sulfate and heparin modulate bone morphogenetic protein-4 signaling and activity.
- A novel polymorphism of the human CD40 receptor with enhanced function.
- Genetic variants near TNFAIP3 on 6q23 are associated with systemic lupus erythematosus.
- Identification of IRAK1 as a risk gene with critical role in the pathogenesis of systemic lupus erythematosus.
Dr. Patrick Michael Gaffney M.D.'s Practice location
Patrick Gaffney
University Of Minnesota Physicians 424 Harvard Street S -Minneapolis, MN 55455Get Direction
University Of Minnesota Physicians
424 Harvard Street S. E. First Floor Suite M100 -Minneapolis, MN 55455Get Direction
Dr. Patrick Michael Gaffney M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
![]()
Know the Symptoms of Colon CancerIn order to recognize if you have colon cancer, it is vital to know the signs and symptoms of colon cancer. However, most of the symptoms caused by a carcinoma of the colon can also be seen with other diseases that isn’t a cancer, such as hemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome, and infections of...
![]()
How Is Liver Cancer Diagnosed?How is Liver Cancer Diagnosed?Liver cancer is a common type of cancer which begins in the liver cells, or hepatocytes. Liver cancer is a cancer which affects one of the largest and most important organs of the body. Liver cancer is type of cancer which, when diagnosed at early stages, can be...
![]()
Alternative Treatment for Prostate CancerProstate cancer has become a common disease in men, especially those aged from 50 years and above. Having prostate cancer comes with its own effects that no one wants to be part of. Various symptoms accompany an affected prostate gland. Such symptoms may include pain when urinating, high frequency...
![]()
Breast Cancer: Signs, Symptoms, and DiagnosisBreast cancer is the second most common cause of cancer related deaths in women. If breast cancer is diagnosed early, you are more likely to have a better outcome. So, it is always best to know the common signs and symptoms of breast cancer. Most women suffering with breast cancer may not show any...
![]()
Is a Mastectomy an Efficient Option to Treat Breast Cancer?A mastectomy refers to the surgery performed to remove the breasts, either completely or partially. This was one of the traditional methods in the treatment of breast cancer for a long time. It is also used as a method to reduce the chances of developing breast cancer for women who have a high risk...
![]()
What Is a Thyroid Biopsy?In a thyroid biopsy, a small tissue sample of your thyroid gland is removed and then examined under a microscope to test for an infection, cancer cells, and other thyroid disorders. The thyroid is a small gland located in lower part of the neck, just below the larynx. The gland's main function is...
Nearby Providers
![]()
Dr. Emil Lou M.D., PH.D424 Harvard St Se Minneapolis MN 55455![]()
Dr. Bruce A Peterson MD420 Delaware Street Se Minneapolis MN 55455![]()
Dr. Tufia Christine Haddad MD516 Delaware St Se Minneapolis MN 55455![]()
Dr. Milena Elimelakh MD516 Delaware St Se Minneapolis MN 55455![]()
Dr. Charles J. Ryan MD909 FULTON ST SE MINNEAPOLIS MN 55455![]()
Kathryn E Dusenbery MD500 Harvard St Se Minneapolis MN 55455
Nearest Hospitals
HENNEPIN COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER 1l
701 PARK AVENUE MINNEAPOLIS MN 55415SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN - TWIN CITIESl
2025 EAST RIVER PARKWAY MINNEAPOLIS MN 55414