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Yerko Borghero

Yerko Borghero, MD

4.8172 ratings

Radiation Oncology

Video Visit
Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Provider Gender

Male

About Yerko Borghero and Banner Safety Practices

Care Philosophy

I am committed to exceeding patients' expectations through clinical excellence and compassion

Specializing In

Brain and spine tumors
Prostate cancer treated with seeds and brachytherapy
Breast cancer
Skin cancer

Interests & Activities

I enjoy motorcycling, running and learning history.

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 Gateway Medical Center

Preferred Phone Number

480-256-6444

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Radiation Oncology, 2005
  • Residency: Morehouse School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2001
  • Internship: Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, Internal Medicine, 2000

Board Certifications

  • Radiation Oncology: American Board of Radiology, 2020

Video

Locations

  1. Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, a department of Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
    • 2946 East Banner Gateway Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85234
    • Banner Gateway Medical Center - Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
      • 2946 East Banner Gateway Drive, Suite A, Gilbert, AZ 85234
      Need help scheduling? Call 480-256-6444

      Testimonials

      4.8 out of 5.0

      172 ratings

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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/27/2025

        Prompt explanation of apparent issues and good explanations of future methods of treatment, along with a positive approach at all times.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/23/2025

        Very professional. Detailed explanation of procedure / process. Skilled and detailed oriented. Answers questions and tries to eliminate concerns / stress.

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

        He put everything on a white board and made it look like a great outcome. I have had some experience at Mayo and a local doctor - He is the best.

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

        Dr. Borghero was professional, had a great bedside manner and explained the whole process in a way I could understand. I was given all the time necessary to answer my questions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/20/2025

        Listens and does follow-up.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/17/2025

        Good explanations.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/29/2025

        Dr. Borghero is a very caring doctor and gets right to the point.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/8/2025

        Dr. Borghero kept his appointment with me right on time, then spent all the time needed to provide me with detailed information about my condition, the treatment protocol likely to be required, and to assure me that the care I will be provided with his full attention to providing me with the best care possible.

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

        He tells it like it is.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/2/2025

        He was thoughtful and explained everything in details that were understandable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/26/2025

        Informative. Helped me understand radiation and anti hormone therapy.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/17/2025

        Excellent care. Yerko answered all my questions.

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

        Dr. Borghero walked us through each step of my telehealth call and was very helpful to my wife and I who are not very comfortable with computers. He explained the pet scan thoroughly.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/19/2025

        Extremely knowledgeable and direct, no beating around the bush!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/1/2025

        Professional friendly informative

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

        Doctor Borghero treated me with respect and concern. He gave me a sense of confidence in the treatment plan he outlined and was upbeat regarding a positive outcome.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/16/2025

        He took his time to explain the precise details of everything

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/15/2025

        They do a great job and keep us informed

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/2/2025

        He is great.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/11/2025

        I feel Dr. Borghero is concerned about my issues, and I have trust in him.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/2/2025

        Good Doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/7/2025

        Great bedside manner. Reviews overall plan with possible outcomes.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/3/2025

        He gave good insight on what kind of work he does. And made me understand alot.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/28/2025

        The manner in which he puts a patient at ease and explains the process. He encourages the patient and takes time to answer questions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/25/2025

        I believe Dr Yerko O Borghero did everything possible to give me excellent care and results with my HDR Brachytherapy procedure.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/13/2025

        He has a great personality we can share laughs but always serious when called for. What a great Dr

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/15/2024

        Explains complex medical scenarios well, is caring, is incredibly competent and communicative.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/24/2024

        Extremely knowledgeable and explained everything in layman's terms.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/19/2024

        He spends plenty of time with you and goes over everything thoroughly with you. Very friendly and professional, we can't say enough about him.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/18/2024

        Dr. Borghero takes time to explain things and doesn't make one feel like they are being talked down to.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/12/2024

        He speaks to the person, not just the patient. He answered my questions, never hurried me, told me what I would expect in the coming procedures and treated me like I was a special patient.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/7/2024

        Thorough and professional consultation regarding my situation

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/23/2024

        Very knowledgeable, friendly, answers questions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/21/2024

        Over the last couple of years, I have had several appointments with Dr Borghero, and in each he is professional and caring. An outstanding physician

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/19/2024

        Excellent doctor.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/26/2024

        He very kind and shared that radiation would not be appropriate at this time.

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

        He is professional and explains what needs to be done clearly.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/18/2024

        He was friendly, wise and helpful in giving us information on a treatment plan. We feel we are in excellent hands!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/17/2024

        Great bedside manner. Gave me the appearance of being my coach and how we will prepare the game plan, challenges we may encounter in the process and having solution based ideas to remove the obstacles

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/16/2024

        Great attitude and excellent doctor - well liked and recommended by staff.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/16/2024

        He was pleasant, informative and answered all my questions

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/14/2024

        Dr. Borghero takes the time to discuss your condition and options you have.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/2/2024

        Excellent treatment

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/26/2024

        To the point conversation

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/26/2024

        Outstanding

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/18/2024

        He was very informative. He took his time and explained my situation to my wife and I.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/28/2024

        He made us feel warm and welcomed. Job Well Done!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/22/2024

        Clearly explained my results and the options I had in moving forward with the risks and merits of each. Was very visual in his explanation which was helpful.

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

        Excellence

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

        He was empathetic yet very detailed in his explanations.

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

        Very knowledgeable and on time.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/23/2024

        Provides excellent patient care

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/15/2024

        Very impressive and knowledgeable of the modality to be used. He fully explained everything to me and answered all my wife's and my questions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/25/2025

        I had a trust in his skills and felt he was the doctor to take care of my cancer.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/13/2025

        Dr. Borghero does not make you feel rushed.and He is informative to help make treatment decisions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/10/2024

        He has always been honest and straight forward with me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/19/2024

        Very knowledgeable and professional took time to explain everything to me

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/22/2025

        First time we met. He was very good explaining our choices.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/1/2025

        Positive vibes