Dr. Catherine L Salem M.D.
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
40 W Gude Dr Suite 120 Rockville MD, 20850About
Dr. Catherine Salem practices Radiation Oncology in Rockville, MD. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Salem 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
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine 1984
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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- Breast Cancer
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