Dr. Todd Swanson M.D., PH.D.
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
301 University Blvd Galveston TX, 77555About
Dr. Swanson has significant experience with Image Guided Radiation Therapy as well as High Dose Rate Brachytherapy. He specializes in the treatment of cancers of the lung, gastrointestinal tract, pros ...
Education and Training
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science 2005
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Prostate Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Lymphoma
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
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