Top Radiation Oncologists in Winchester, IL

Saleem Mahmood, MD
Jacksonville Oncology Institute
567 N Westgate Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
  • Radiation Oncology
  • 24 years experience
  • Board certified
  • Completed fellowship
What are Radiation Oncology Doctors?

A radiation oncologist is a physician who specializes in the use of nuclear medicine in diagnosing and treating cancer in a patient.

These doctors work in concert with other cancer specialists in order to determine the best form of treatment for a specific patient. Radiation oncologists are in charge of determining the correct dose of radiation to be used in treatments like radiotherapy and chemotherapy, as well as the appropriate amount of time that radiation should be administered for in order to maximize the therapeutic benefits.

The area of Winchester, IL has a population of approximately 3,192 people. There is 1 radiation oncologist near Winchester, which gives it a ratio of 1 radiation oncologist per 3,192 residents or a ratio of 1 radiation oncologist per 1,326 households. There are 1,326 households in Winchester.