Minnesota Oncology Expands Patient Access as  Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates Ltd. (CRSAL) Joins Practice

Integration expands access to specialized services and multidisciplinary care and enhances outcomes
for patients with complex GI and cancer-related conditions throughout Minnesota.

St. Paul, Minn., October 1, 2025 — Minnesota Oncology (MNO), a premier provider of advanced cancer care services in Minnesota, announced that Colon and Rectal Surgery Associates Ltd. (CRSAL) has joined Minnesota Oncology. The experienced colorectal surgeons at CRSAL will unite their clinical strengths with the physicians of Minnesota Oncology to expand and elevate state-of-the-art gastrointestinal and cancer care in convenient, patient-centered community locations.

“As Minnesota Oncology celebrates its 30th anniversary, this strategic step marks the next chapter in our evolution to ensure continued clinical excellence. CRSAL, like MNO, is known for its deep roots in the community and its unwavering dedication to quality care, said Paul Thurmes, MD, practice president, Minnesota Oncology. “At the heart of both organizations is a shared belief: patients come first. From our providers to all our clinical and support teams, we are united in our dedication to improving lives and delivering compassionate, expert care at every touchpoint. We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve built, and even more excited about what we’ll achieve together. We look forward to this next chapter with confidence and enthusiasm.”

“We’re excited to join Minnesota Oncology,” said Aneel Damle, MD, MS, MBA, president/CEO, CRSAL. “Our formal collaboration continues a long-standing shared vision of providing leading-edge community-based care.”

Together with CRSAL, Minnesota Oncology will continue to set a new standard of care by offering compassionate, clinically excellent treatment, backed by research and leading-edge technology.

About Minnesota Oncology
Minnesota Oncology is an independent, community-based cancer care practice providing patient-centered, evidence-based treatment in the Twin Cities metro area. As the Twin Cities’ largest and most experienced cancer care provider, Minnesota Oncology offers patients access to more than 100 cancer care experts, personalized treatment plans, clinical trials, and comprehensive services to support the whole person.  
 

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