Dr. Joseph Markowitz, MD, Ph.D
Oncologist | Medical Oncology
10920 McKinley Dr Tampa FL, 33612About
Dr. Joseph Markowitz is a medical oncologist practicing in Tampa, FL. Dr. Markowitz specializes in the care and treatment of patients with cancer of the skin focusing on melanoma. As an oncologist, Dr. Markowitz manages and oversees the treatment of a cancer patient after he or she has been diagnosed with metastatic disease. Oncologists will care for their patients throughout the course of the disease. Types of oncologists include medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, pediatric oncologists and hematologist oncologists.
Education and Training
University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools 2004
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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