Dr. Philip O Doescher MD
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
1836 South Ave La Crosse WI, 54601About
Dr. Philip Doescher practices Radiation Oncology in La Crosse, WI. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Doescher 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
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1976
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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