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Nova Foster

Nova Foster, MD

5.0331 ratings

Surgical OncologyBreast SurgeryBreast Surgical Oncology

Video Visit
Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English

Provider Gender

Female

About Nova Foster and Banner Safety Practices

Care Philosophy

I really like to get to know my patients and approach their care with the whole person in mind. I believe that personalized, multidisciplinary care is essential for breast cancer patients to have the best possible outcome.

Specializing In

Breast cancer, breast cancer surgery, benign breast disease and the management of patients at high risk for breast cancer and breast disease. Expertise in the latest breast cancer surgical techniques, including nipple-sparing mastectomy

Interests & Activities

I love to be outdoors. My husband, two boys, and I especially love to hike, bike and ski. We enjoy baseball games and remain die hard Dodger fans. I love to relax with a good book; science fiction and historical fiction are two of my favorite genres. I always enjoy spending time with our extended home family which includes two cats and a dog.

All Banner facilities are pleased to provide interpretation services to our patients and their companions for no charge - just ask when you arrive.

Hospital Affiliations

Banner - University Medical Center Tucson

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: UCLA Medical Center, General Surgery, 2003
  • Medical School: Vanderbilt University, 1996

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2004

Video

Locations

  1. University of Arizona Cancer Center
    • 3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 1, Tucson, AZ 85719
Need help scheduling? Call 520-694-2873

Testimonials

5 out of 5.0

331 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Love her. Cleared my mind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    I loved her very nice Dr. I like her how she did surgery on me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/30/2025

    Knowledgeable, caring, good bedside manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/22/2025

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    Nova Foster is very informative and well educated in her profession. She knew exactly what needs to be done in my care now and in the future.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    My appointment with Dr. Nova was truly helpful and informative. She listened to all of my concerns and questions. She took the time to explain in detail my options.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    She is great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Dr. Foster communicates clearly and empathetically. She listens. The surgery went smoothly and the scars are healing as well as they are because of her skill. She is excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    She is the best medical professional I have met in a long time. She is thorough and answered all my questions in a way that I understood. She is a stellar example for all medical professionals.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    Everyone was so caring and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Knowledgeable, kind, focused physician. Included family member, who was dialed in on speaker phone in her introductions, and gave plenty of opportunity for myself and family to ask questions. Gave clear explanations of options, including what recent research supports. Encouraged my participation in all decisions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Dr Foster is very caring, kind and I trust her professional knowledge and expertise.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    I really liked Dr. Nova. She was gentle and soft spoken, yet she addressed all issues and options. She took care of my emotional state while giving me all of the facts and making sure that I understood everything. She was obviously centered on my care and comfort. I have 2 more surgeons to meet, but she will be hard to beat. I am glad that she was the first surgeon that I have seen as she presents a very high bar to be met by the others.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    Much information shared, not rushed at all.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    She was very knowledgeable, kind and compassionate, she took the time to explain all the procedures I'll be going through.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Dr. Foster clearly was expert on the medical problem I have. She kindly and patiently explained the medical issues, the medical options and common patient reactions. She was well informed of current medical issue and my medical history. It was refreshing. She was lovely.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    She's been terrific since my first consultation. Explains everything in a detail. Takes her time and had the gentlest manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Competent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Dr.Foster is straight to the point and still cares how I feel and helps me with my options. I think she is awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/20/2025

    She is very professional and cares for her patients well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    She was friendly, caring and listened to what you had to say. She did not rush your visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    She is the best. She listens to me and is very friendly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Dr Nova Foster is knowledgeable and gives me the impression that she truly cares about my health and my outcomes.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    Dr. Foster was very helpful and very easy to communicate with her. Also she was extremely supportive and helpful. I feel very fortunate to meet her and she took care of me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    Took time to answer all my questions and doubts

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/9/2025

    Dr. Foster gives good personal service. Explains procedures, was very clear in her desire to make sure I was comfortable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    Professional, caring, addressed all my questions and concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    She is well informed of cancer treatments and procedures. During our discussion, she demonstrated patience and active listening skills. I feel that she hears my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    She is caring and explained everything so I can understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/10/2025

    I really like her

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    Explained everything in great detail. She's very nice and put me at ease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/7/2025

    Excellent explanation. Clear, to the point and engaged with me as a patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/7/2025

    Dr. Foster is a very patient doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/21/2025

    She is absolutely wonderful. Made me feel at ease and confident that she knows exactly what I need to help me get better. She has a beautiful bedside manner. She answered questions that I couldn't even think of at the moment which made me feel confident that she is an expert in her field. And she made me feel like a person who cares for me. Very personable while still being professional. It was awesome!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/17/2025

    Dr. Foster has great bedside manner. She sat by me and went over my results. She offered a caring hand on the shoulder when she saw I may have been worried about something. She was honest and transparent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/17/2025

    Dr. Foster has great bedside manner. She sat by me and went over my results. She offered a caring hand on the shoulder when she saw I may have been worried about something. She was honest and transparent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/16/2025

    Extreme kindness, patience and patient/ doctor relationship skills. Not every Doctor has that!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/9/2025

    She was knowledgeable, empathetic, and had taken the time prior to mtg me to read through my record. She came into the appt well informed of my case, and put me at ease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/5/2025

    Great doctor and great communicator!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2025

    Dr Foster was recommended to me by my other Oncologist. She's very knowledgeable and took the time to answer my questions and concerns on my upcoming surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2025

    Very knowledgeable and friendly- seemed to care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2025

    She is compassionate and thoughtful. Up front and honest.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2025

    Dr Foster was kind and compassionate and took her time to explain everything and answer all the questions that I had

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2025

    She is a warm, people- oriented doctor and I believe, very knowledgeable and skilled as a surgeon also. She is patient, taking the time to make sure I am completely informed of every aspect of of my care. She speaks to me personally and professionally. I am so grateful for her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2025

    She is a warm, people- oriented doctor and I believe, very knowledgeable and skilled as a surgeon also. She is patient, taking the time to make sure I am completely informed of every aspect of my care. She speaks to me personally and professionally. I am so grateful for her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2025

    I feel she was very straight forward, gave me the facts, which I had read in the pathology and radiology reports, and answered my questions and we came up with the treatment plan. Nova was not standoffish, spoke to me on my level , and inspired confidence going forward.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2025

    I feel she was very straight forward, gave me the facts, which I had read in the pathology and radiology reports, and answered my questions and we came up with the treatment plan. Nova was not standoffish, spoke to me on my level, and inspired confidence going forward.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2025

    She was very caring and compassionate.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/7/2025

    Dr. Foster is impressive. She explained everything in terms I could understand. She showed genuine care for me. Wonderful bedside manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/7/2025

    Dr. Foster is impressive. She explained everything in terms I could understand. She showed genuine care for me. Wonderful bedside manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2024

    Dr Foster is very thorough and very caring. Her level of empathy and understanding is stellar, and very welcome.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2024

    Porque me siento muy segura de su profesión

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2024

    She is kind, caring and a wonderful Doctor. I really like Doctor Foster

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2024

    She cares about her patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2024

    Dr. Foster is the BEST. So kind and show genuine concern for her patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/8/2024

    Very compassionate doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2024

    She was outstanding!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2024

    She is a fantastic doctor. Explains everything clearly and answers questions clearly. Wish more doctors were as helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2024

    She has followed my care and helped me understand my care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2024

    She explains things so that I can understand and listens to my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/4/2024

    My experience with Dr Foster and my team at Banner has be great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2024

    She is a great surgeon and very pleasant.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2024

    Dr Foster is very nice! She listens to you and answers all questions!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2024

    Dr Foster is a superb physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2024

    She is a great doctor and a sensitive and caring person

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/16/2024

    Excellent, no nonsense doctor. Very caring and direct in her interactions with me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/16/2024

    Great and caring Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/28/2024

    She explains things very thoroughly. Always kind and personable. She really cares about me as a person.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/6/2024

    She was knowledgeable and caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2024

    Dr. Nova Foster spent time to explain my diagnosis and potential treatment options. She ensured our questions where answered.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2023

    I have been very pleased with Dr. Foster. Although I know she is very busy I never feel rushed. She always gives me the opportunity to ask questions and takes the time to give me thorough answers. I feel that she cares about me as a person and not just a patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2023

    Dr. Foster and her staff are the best. Caring and understanding.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2023

    Dr. Foster is amazing. She's very knowledgeable and compassionate in her care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2022

    Easy to schedule, kind staff (Dr. Foster, her MA Mercedes, the RN Kelly) all were amazing, and felt like they cared and I was not rushed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2022

    Dr. Foster is very easy to talk to and my experience was very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    This was my first meeting with Dr. Foster. I found her to be personable , knowledgeable and calming. At no point did I feel rushed through my appointment. I left feeling confident in the care I will receive from the Cancer Center breast team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2024

    Courteous, explained things in a way I understood

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2024

    She is an awesome professional and I have a lot of respect for her. She has provided me with great care and service.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2023

    Everyone was very nice that we came in contact with and Dr. Nova Foster was great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2022

    My surgical Oncologist, Dr. Foster, is the best!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Very good service in general

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2025

    Took time to answer my questions. Thorough.

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