Dr. Edward L. Braud M.D.
Oncologist | Medical Oncology
2473 Mcfarland Rd Rockford IL, 61107About
Dr. Edward Braud is an oncologist practicing in Rockford, IL. Dr. Braud specializes in the care and treatment of patients with cancer. As an oncologist, Dr. Braud manages and oversees the treatment of a cancer patient after he or she has been diagnosed with the 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
La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La 1977
Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine 1977
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Medical Oncology
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