ABOUT US



Welcome to Danova Cancer & Hospice Institute
Danova Cancer & Hospice Institute, where compassionate care meets excellence in cancer treatment, hospice services, and health professional education. Our institution, deeply integrated within Denmark’s public healthcare system, is dedicated to improving quality of life for patients with advanced illnesses and nurturing the future of healthcare through cutting-edge training and clinical research.
Our Mission
- Provide exceptional patient care in cancer treatment and hospice services.
- Advance healthcare education through specialized programs for healthcare professionals.
- Lead in research and innovation by hosting clinical trials and developing personalized cancer treatments.






Our Vision
To set a standard of excellence in patient-centered care and professional training, ensuring that patients, families, and healthcare workers receive compassionate and high-quality support
Our Values
- Compassion and Respect
- Innovation in Treatment
- Dedication to Education
- Integrated and Collaborative Care




Meet our Team
Our dedicated team of experts at Danova Cancer & Hospice Institute brings together leading oncologists, palliative care specialists, and compassionate healthcare professionals. Committed to providing exceptional care, our team combines advanced medical expertise with a heartfelt approach to support each patient and their family.
Clinical Leads
Dr. Anders Johansen, MD
Lead Medical Oncologist
Dr. Birgitte Hansen, MD, PhD
Chief Radiation Oncologist
Dr. Lukas Mortensen, MD, MSc
Director of Surgical Oncology
Dr. Sofie Nygaard, MD
Palliative Care Specialist
Dr. Emil Christiansen, MD, MPH
Pediatric Oncologist
Head Nurses
Ms. Karen Lindholm, RN, BSN
Head Nurse, Oncology Unit
Ms. Lotte Madsen, RN, MSN
Head Nurse, Hospice and Palliative Care
Mr. Jonas Berg, RN, MSc
Head Nurse, Pediatric Oncology
Ms. Pia Andersen, RN, BSN
Head Nurse, Oncology Rehabilitation
Faculty Headss
Prof. Henrik Larsen, MD, FACP
Chief of Medical Oncology
Dr. Freja Mikkelsen, RN, PhD, MSc
Head of Oncology Nursing
Dr. Anita Chaturvedi, PharmD, MPH
Professor of Oncology Pharmacology
Ms. Signe Jensen, MScPT
Lead Physiotherapist and Head of Oncology Rehabilitation Program
Dr. Jakob Knudsen, MD, MSc
Head of Hospice and Palliative Care Division
We believe in affordable specialty healthcare for all.
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