
Dr. Youssef M Arshoun M.D.
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
1301 CARLISLE ST NATRONA HEIGHTS PA, 15065About
Dr. Youssef Arshoun practices Radiation Oncology in Pittsburgh, PA. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Arshoun 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.
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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Practice At 320 E North Ave
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