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Dr. Douglas J Olson MD

Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology

Southdale Radiation Therapy Ctr Minneapolis MN, 55434

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Dr. Douglas Olson practices Radiation Oncology in Minneapolis, MN. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Olson 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 Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1977

Board Certification

RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 40 years of experience

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Dr. Douglas J Olson MD's Practice location

Douglas Olson, MD

Southdale Radiation Therapy Ctr -
Minneapolis, MN 55434
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New patients: 952-920-8477
Fax: 952-920-5365

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