Elmer R. Cano, Radiation Oncologist
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Elmer R. Cano

Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology

11 Churchill Road Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, 15235
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About

Elmer R. Cano, MD, FACRO, is a radiation oncologist with an impressive career covering more than 45 years. He sees patients at Medcano Corporation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, as well as being affiliated with University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Southside Hospital and Mercy Medical Center. Dr. Cano graduated from the National University of Trujillo in 1972 and is fellowship-trained at Duke University/Elias Cancer Care Center. He is Board Certified in Radiation Oncology and is a member of the American Medical Association, the Pennsylvania Medical Society and the American Society of Radiation Oncology.

Education and Training

National University of Trujillo

Board Certification

American Board of Radiation Oncology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 52 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

Head and Neck CancerRadiation Oncology

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Local, Regional, National and International Public Speaking- UPMC Director -

Fellowships

  • Duke University, Elias Cancer Care Center

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Medical Association, Pennsylvania Medical Society, American Society of Radiation Oncology

Articles and Publications

  • Chapters

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Life Experiences, Passion For People, Helping Others Lead A Healthy Life, Education and Research.

Hobbies / Sports

  • Running Marathons

Elmer R. Cano's Practice location

11 Churchill Road -
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15235
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