Dr. Noelle K. LoConte

Dr. Noelle K. LoConte, MD, is a respected medical oncologist specializing in gastrointestinal cancers and cancer prevention. She is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and practices at the UW Carbone Cancer Center. Dr. LoConte earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine, completed her residency in internal medicine at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, and pursued fellowship training in hematology and oncology at the University of Wisconsin. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology, and Medical Oncology and is recognized for her expertise in gastrointestinal oncology and survivorship care.

Dr. LoConte’s research focuses on gastrointestinal malignancies, survivorship, and the impact of alcohol use on cancer outcomes. She has authored influential studies linking alcohol consumption to increased cancer risk and has been a leader in promoting public health initiatives on alcohol and cancer prevention. She has also participated in clinical trials of novel agents for gastrointestinal cancers and contributed to the development of national survivorship guidelines. Her scholarship has bridged oncology and public health, influencing both clinical practice and policy.

In addition to her research and clinical work, Dr. LoConte is a dedicated educator and mentor. She has trained medical students, residents, and fellows at the University of Wisconsin and is admired for her approachable and patient-centered teaching style. She serves on national committees for ASCO and the NCI focused on prevention and survivorship, underscoring her commitment to advancing cancer prevention on a national scale. Through her clinical expertise, research contributions, and mentorship, Dr. Noelle LoConte continues to advance gastrointestinal oncology and cancer prevention.