Education

Medical Degree, University of Iowa College of Medicine

Residency, Internal Medicine, US Public Health Service Hospital,
San Francisco, CA

Fellowship, Medical Oncology, University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN

Certification

Board Certified in Internal Medicine
Board Certified in Medical Oncology
Certified Physician Executive (CPE)

Professional Affiliations

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
American Society of Hematology (ASH)
American College of Physicians (FACP)
American College of Physician Executives (FACPE)
Member, North Central Cancer Treatment Group (NCCTG)
Member, Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG)
National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project (NSABP)
Radiation Therapy Oncology Group (RTOG)
Gynecologic Oncology Group (GOG)


Academic Honors & Professional Achievements

Past President, Iowa Oncology Society
Board Member and Chair, National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS)
Board Member, American Cancer Society, Midwest Division
Post Doctoral Associate in Medical Oncology, University of Minnesota

Research/Publications

Dr Gesme is a prolific author who has published research and contributed topical articles to a wide range of professional journals and textbooks

Assistant Principle Investigator, Cedar Rapids Oncology Project, 1987 to present

Principle Investigator of NCCTG Protocol 88-24-52, Phase III study of Amonafide vs. Trimetrexate in Treatment of Stage IV Non-small Cell Lung Cancer.


Areas of Special Interest

Breast Cancer
Gastrointestinal Malignancies
Lung Cancer
Tumors of the Head and Neck

Philosophy

Compassionate care for all with an emphasis on enhanced quality of life

Personal

Dr Gesme and his wife Laura have three daughters and four grandchildren. In his leisure time he enjoys reading, biking, tennis and music – when not playing with the grandchildren! He serves on the Board of several community arts and charitable organizations.