Dr. Mark A Edson M.D., PH.D.
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
6565 Fannin St Mgj9-002 Houston TX, 77030About
Dr. Mark Edson practices Radiation Oncology in Houston, TX. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Edson 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.
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