Abby R Thrower MD PH.D.
Oncologist | Medical Oncology
361 Old Belgrade Rd Augusta ME, 04330About
Dr. Abby Thrower is an oncologist practicing in Augusta, ME. Dr. Thrower specializes in the care and treatment of patients with cancer. As an oncologist, Dr. Thrower manages and oversees the treatment of a cancer patient after he or she has been diagnosed with the disease. Oncologists will care for their patients throughout the course of the disease. Types of oncologists include medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, pediatric oncologists and hematologist oncologists.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1996
Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States 1996
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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