Dr. John P Jacobs M.D.
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
1401 Chester Blvd Richmond IN, 47374About
Dr. John Jacobs practices Radiation Oncology in Richmond, IN. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Jacobs 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
Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il 1989
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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