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Dr. Astrid O Peterson M.D., Radiation Oncologist
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Dr. Astrid O Peterson M.D.

Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology

70 East Street Holy Family Hospital Methuen MA, 01844
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Dr. Astrid Peterson practices Radiation Oncology in Methuen, MA. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Peterson 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

Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1977

Board Certification

RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish

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70 East Street Holy Family Hospital -
Methuen, MA 01844
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