Radiation oncologists are doctors who specialize in treating cancer with radiation therapy. Check out our ShopDoc for Patients app or website, to find the top Radio Oncologists in your area.

What Is a Radiation Oncologist?

Radiation oncologists work closely with medical oncologists, surgeons, and other doctors to determine the most appropriate course of treatment for people diagnosed with cancer.

Before performing radiation procedures, radiation oncologists use software to carefully map out where they will deliver radiation to their patients. They also decide which type of radiation therapy to use. The two main types are external beam radiation therapy and internal radiation therapy.