Laura Mapes, FNP-C

Hematology & Oncology

Accepting patients beginning 06/16/2025
Practices In: Tinley Park
Patients Seen: Ages 18+
A diag­no­sis of can­cer can be life chang­ing. As an oncol­o­gy nurse prac­ti­tion­er I am in the unique posi­tion of meet­ing peo­ple when they are most vul­ner­a­ble. I like to spend time with my patients explain­ing treat­ments and answer­ing questions.
Languages
English
Clinical Interests
I am espe­cial­ly inter­est­ed in pal­lia­tive care. Can­cer and can­cer treat­ment brings a host of symp­toms that need to be con­trolled to improve qual­i­ty of life.
Personal Interests
I am mar­ried with four beau­ti­ful adult daugh­ters. I enjoy read­ing, gar­den­ing, trav­el­ing, cook­ing, and play­ing board games.
Memberships
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
School
Ball State University Graduation Date: 1992 Degree: Bachelor of Science in Education
Valparaiso University Graduation Date: 1969 Degree: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
University of Saint Francis Graduation Date: 2016 Degree: Master of Science in Nursing