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Education
Education information, including: Medical School attended, years since graduation, and Residency, are all available
in the Detailed Report.
Years Since Graduation
36
Five-Star Recognition
HealthGrades Recognized and Five-Star designations are available in the Detailed Report.
State License Information
Licensed in California, August 5, 1974 through January 31, 2010
What is Oncology?
Oncology is the study and treatment of cancer and tumors. An oncologist is a physician who diagnoses and treats cancer patients. The oncologist sometimes uses chemotherapy, and consults with other physicians to coordinate other methods of cancer treatments for a patient. Cancer patients need to take in to account the likelihood of a cure, or of prolonging life when cure is not possible, the effect of treatment on their symptoms, and the side effects of the treatment. People who are candidates for radiation therapy or anti-cancer drugs need to understand the risks involved with treatment. An oncologist can help to more »
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