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Mohan Thakuri, MD
Dr. Mohan Chand Thakuri joined Dr. Michael Messino in practice in 2007 at Cancer Care of WNC. Using a whole-person approach to cancer care, Dr. Thakuri is known for his supportive care and deep concern for his patients’ whole well-being.
A native of Nepal, Dr. Thakuri moved to New York following the completion of medical school in Kathmandu. He went on to complete the remainder of his training and fellowship in New York. After fellowship, he moved to Winston Salem, North Carolina. There he joined the faculty of Wake Forest University School of Medicine and remained on staff for six years. Enjoying the outdoors and mountains, Dr. Thakuri and his wife moved to Asheville, NC and joined Cancer Care of WNC.
Education:
Fellowship Hematology/Oncology:
State University of New York, Health Science Center
Syracuse
Residency Internal Medicine:
State University of New York, Health Science Center
Syracuse
Doctor of Medicine:
Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital
Kathmandu, Nepal
Bachelor’s Degree:
Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital
Kathmandu, Nepal
Certification:
Board certified in Medical Oncology
Board certified in Hematology
Memberships:
American Society of Hematology (ASH)
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
Sub-Specialty Interests:
Hematological malignancies, including acute and chronic leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma
Hobbies:
Growing up in the Himalayas, Dr. Thakuri developed a passion for nature and the mountains. He loves to hike and explore the countryside on his bike. In his quiet, contemplative moments, he enjoys listening to a variety of world music.
Locations:
Available for appointments in Asheville and Franklin.