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Dr. Michael J Dougherty M.D., Radiation Oncologist
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Dr. Michael J Dougherty M.D.

Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology

155 Wilson Ave Dept Of Radiation On Washington PA, 15301
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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

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Prostate Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Lung Cancer

Dr. Michael J Dougherty M.D.'s Practice location

Michael Dougherty, MD

155 Wilson Ave Dept Of Radiation On -
Washington, PA 15301
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New patients: 724-223-3788
Fax: 724-229-2055

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