Dr. John R Simmons DO
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
911 Bypass Rd Pikeville KY, 41501About
Dr. John Simmons practices Radiation Oncology in Pikeville, KY. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Simmons 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
West Virginia School Of Osteopathic Med 2001
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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