Ronald C. McGarry, MD, PhD

4.84 out of 5

About

Ronald C. McGarry, MD, PhD, is a clinical professor in the Department of Radiation Medicine at the University of Kentucky. Prior to arriving at UK in 2006, he served as professor for the Departments of Radiation Oncology at Indiana University and the University of Nebraska Medical Center and within the Department of Paediatrics at the University of Calgary in Canada.

Dr. McGarry completed his residency in radiation oncology at the University of Western Ontario London Regional Cancer Center and he interned at McMaster University—both in Canada. He earned his BSc and MSc in zoology and his PhD in microbiology/immunology from the University of Western Ontario and his MD from the University of Calgary.

Certified in radiation oncology by the American Board of Radiology and in Gamma Knife technology, Dr. McGarry has immense experience in the field as one of the pioneers of stereotactic body radiation therapy in the United States. He has been a part of several important research groups and presented on the results across the world during his more than 35-year career. His clinical interests include lung cancer, lymphoma, melanoma, skin cancer, and stereotactic radiotherapy.

Outside of work, Dr. McGarry enjoys clay target shooting, photography, and traveling.

Personal Statement: “To be able to effectively treat a tumor with stereotactic radiation therapy, you have to be very precise—within a millimeter of accuracy. It has to be done correctly, and  requires QA and experience, which we have a lot of at UK. And I consider myself a perfectionist when it comes to this. I want to make sure to get the best outcomes with the fewest side effects for my patients.”

Faculty Rank

  • Professor of Radiation Medicine
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Training & Education

Degree

University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Residency

University of Western Ontario Medical School, London, Ontario, Canada

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Radiology, Radiation Oncology

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Ratings & Reviews

4.84 out of 5
7 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    I have recommended Dr. McGarry and Markey Cancer to several other people.

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    Dr. Arnold and the Radiologist that I seen, where straight forward about the situation and I feel we can to a very good plan about my treatment plan that involved us all with good input.

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    Fine

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    I really like *Dr. McGarry and his staff!

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    Very impressed
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      Good experience
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      Dr. explanation good and inclusion of decisions with me on treatment very good. Have already told family and friend of excellent care and treatment.