Dr. Brigid O'connor M.D.
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
593 Eddy St Providence RI, 02903About
Dr. Brigid O'connor practices Radiation Oncology in Providence, RI. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. O'connor 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.
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RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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