
Dr. Kristie L Gast M.D.
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
1502 Dodson Ave Fort Smith AR, 72901About
Dr. Kristie Gast practices Radiation Oncology in Fort Smith, AR. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Gast 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 Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1990
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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Practice At 1502 Dodson Ave
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