Dr. Michael J Dougherty M.D.
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
155 Wilson Ave Dept Of Radiation On Washington PA, 15301About
Dr. Michael Dougherty practices Radiation Oncology in Washington, PA. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Dougherty 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 Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il 1988
University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Medical Oncology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Prostate Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
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