Photo by Michael Woodall Robert Kuske, MD, FAACE

Radiation Oncology/
Breast Specialist

Med school: University of Cincinnati

Years in practice: 26

My imagination inspired me to be a doctor.

I love my specialty because: I am directly involved in women diagnosed with breast cancer – from diagnosis through victory!

My best day on the job so far was when: I invented a totally new treatment for breast cancer while in a
restaurant in Sorrento, Italy.

My worst day on the job so far was when: my patient, whom
I care for deeply, suffers a recurrence.

If I weren’t a doctor, I would be: a scientist.

When I’m not working, I love to: serve on the board for the Arizona Academy Drum and Bugle Corps.

I should know better as a doctor, but I just can’t help indulging in:
partying in New Orleans, Louisiana!

If I could change anything about health care, I would: provide
access to superb care for everyone.

Medical marijuana: Yay or nay? No – there are
better drugs!

If my patients could describe me in three words, they’d say I am:
caring, compassionate and competent (3 Cs!).

Best TV medical drama ever: 24 with Kiefer Sutherland