Dr. Van L Lackey M.D.
Oncologist | Medical Oncology
1227 N State St Suite 101 Jackson MS, 39202About
Dr. Van Lackey is an oncologist practicing in Jackson, MS. Dr. Lackey specializes in the care and treatment of patients with cancer. As an oncologist, Dr. Lackey 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 Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms 1972
University of Mississippi School of Medicine 1972
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Medical Oncology
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