James A Betler, DO

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James A Betler, DO

4.9

(110 reviews)

Radiation Oncology

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AGH Radiation Oncology

*Primary Location
Jefferson Hospital
565 Coal Valley Rd
Basement
Clairton, PA 15025
Tel: 412.267.6900
Fax: 412.267.6909

Dr. Betler is system director of AHN Cancer Institute for the Southern Region and for Oncology Care Coordination. As a highly skilled radiologist, he works with a multidisciplinary team to develop a customized plan of care for each cancer patient using the newest technology and proven therapies.

Dr. Betler earned his medical degree from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania. He completed residencies in internal medicine and radiation oncology through the AGH-WPH Medical Education Consortium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Betler has served on the teaching faculty of the Radiation Oncology Residency Program at Allegheny General Hospital since 2009, where he has given presentations on different types of cancer as part of the Oncology Lecture Series. He is a member the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology, the American Brachytherapy Society, and the American College of Radiation Oncology. He has published research articles in many professional medical journals.

Bladder Cancer

Brain Tumors

Breast Cancer

Colorectal Cancer

Esophageal Cancer

Gastrointestinal Cancer

Gynecologic Cancer

Head and Neck Cancer

Liver Cancer

Lung Cancer

Lymphomas

Melanoma

Metastatic Cancers

Pancreatic Cancer

Prostate Brachytherapy

Prostate Cancer

Sarcoma

Skin Cancer

Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT)

Urological Cancer

Professional Position

System Director, Oncology Care Coordination and Southern Region

Training & Certifications

Residency

AGH-WPH Medical Education Consortium

School

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

University of Pittsburgh

Board

American Board of Radiology-Radiation Oncology

American Board of Internal Medicine

Publications

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Overall Physician Average Rating

4.9

(110 reviews)

Physician Detail Average Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this care provider

4.9

Concern shown for your questions or worries

4.9

Explanations about your problem or condition

4.9

Discussion of proposed treatments (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.9

Efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.9

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Patient Comments

July 22, 2020

Dr. Beitler is a very caring physician who listens to you concerns and explains the procedures for radiation oncology very well. His use of the computer and hands on exhibits is also a very good plus.

July 11, 2020

Dr. Better is both very professional and emphatic

June 16, 2020

Dr. Betler takes time to listen and I always feel like he really cares,

June 11, 2020

I think Dr. Betler is great and I'm so glad I found him.

June 11, 2020

The best doctor I have seen other than my [...].

June 07, 2020

Dr. Betler is great. Give him a raise!

May 13, 2020

Dr. Betler took a lot of time answering all my questions about radiation and it's effects. He is an excellent doctor. I felt so cared for and felt he showed great concern for my recovery

May 07, 2020

One of the best.

April 24, 2020

A very, thorough & complete explanation of my illness and the different options for treatment.

April 23, 2020

Doctor did an excellent explaining everything to me, including my options.

April 17, 2020

Experience was very good and questions were understandable as re-explained when asked -

March 18, 2020

Very good.

March 09, 2020

Dr was very nice!!