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About John P. Einck, MD

John Einck, MD, is a board-certified radiation oncologist who specializes in treating prostate and other genitourinary cancers, as well as breast and gynecologic cancer. He is co-chair of the radiation oncology team's brachytherapy program.

Dr. Einck's treatment philosophy emphasizes patient education and a team-based approach to care that encourages patients to participate in deciding what course of treatment is best for them.

Dr. Einck is a professor in the Department of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences at UC San Diego School of Medicine, active in research and clinical trials related to radiation oncology. He is especially interested in developing and modifying brachytherapy techniques to improve outcomes for patients with prostate cancer.

Dr. Einck completed residency training at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle. He earned his medical degree at University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis.

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For more information, see Radiation Oncology and Cancer Services.

Insurance Information
UC San Diego Health accepts most major health insurance plans, but you should verify that your plan covers this provider and all services and locations. The information in the link below does not apply to affiliate providers, who are not employed by UC San Diego Health.
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Medical Degree

  • University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN

Residency

  • University of Washington, School of Medicine, Seattle, WA

Gender

  • Male

Languages

  • Spanish

Date Joined Staff

  • 2009-11-23

Board Certifications

  • Radiation Oncology

Conditions and Treatments

  • Prostate and Breast Brachytherapy
  • Basal Cell Carcinoma
  • Melanoma
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Skin Cancer
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  • Breast Cancer
  • Gynecologic Cancers
  • Genitourinary Cancers
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
  • Bone Cancers
  • Urologic Cancer
  • Proton Therapy
Insurance Information
UC San Diego Health accepts most major health insurance plans, but you should verify that your plan covers this provider and all services and locations. The information in the link below does not apply to affiliate providers, who are not employed by UC San Diego Health.
Health Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Cancer