Dr. David John Hoopes M.D.
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
16918 DOVE CANYON RD SAN DIEGO CA, 92127About
Dr. David Hoopes practices Radiation Oncology in Indianapolis, IN. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Hoopes 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
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD Medical Degree
Indiana University, Bloomington, IN Other Degree
Radiation Oncologist Medical Degree
Associate Professor of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences Medical Degree
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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