Dr. Ruth Williamson MD
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
100 W California Blvd Pasadena CA, 91105About
Dr. Ruth Williamson practices Radiation Oncology in Pasadena, CA. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Williamson specializes in treating cancer with radiation, using radiation therapy to treat a wide variety of cancers. Radiation therapy uses carefully targeted and regulated doses of high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells.
Education and Training
Univ of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1989
Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California 1989
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
Provider Details
Treatments
- Breast Cancer
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