The Center For Cancer Care

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Hoyt A. “Tres” Childs, III, M.D. Radiation Oncology	Dennis L. Olive, M.D. Radiation Oncology Medical Director	Manh C. Dang, M.D. Medical Oncology Hematology Medical Director	Paul Dang, M.D. Medical Oncology

Hoyt A. "Tres" Childs, III, M.D.
Radiation Oncology

Dr. Tres Childs feels oncology is one of the most exciting medical fields because of the tremendous strides being made in innovative technology and cancer treatments. Having completed his undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, he was particularly drawn to radiation oncology because of the blend of technology and direct patient care that is unique to this practice. His greatest enjoyment, however, is providing personalized cancer care, as well as support, counseling and guidance to his patients and their families throughout the treatment process.

Dr. Childs received his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine where he graduated with honors in Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Society. He then completed his internship at Baptist Medical Centers in Birmingham and continued his residency at the University of Alabama Hospitals Department of Radiation Oncology, where he served as Chief Resident for one year. During this time, Dr. Childs received the U.A.B. Award of Excellence for Exemplary Commitment to Caring, was the recipient of the ACRO Fellowship Grant Award, and served on the House Staff Council for Radiation Oncology. He then graduated from U.A.B. as a board-certified radiation oncologist.

He serves on the Board of the Madison County American Cancer Society and is also a member of the Medical Association for the State of Alabama, the Madison County Medical Society, the American Medical Association, the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology, the American College of Radiation Oncology, the Southern Medical Association, the American College of Radiology, and the American Brachytherapy Society. Dr. Childs lives in Huntsville with his wife and young daughter.

Dennis L. Olive, M.D. Dennis L. Olive, M.D.
Radiation Oncology

Dr. Dennis Olive spends most of his time with the day-to-day care of patients, treating all types of cancers that respond to radiation therapy. His expertise in head and neck malignancies is recognized at major medical centers. He is dedicated to the diagnosis and cure of skin cancer and spends many hours in educating the public regarding this issue.

A graduate of the University of Alabama School of Medicine, Dr. Olive served the first three years of his residency in Radiation Oncology at the University of Florida. In 1986, after a Senior Residency at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, he entered private practice in Huntsville.

Dr. Olive is known throughout the area as a highly skilled professional who truly cares for his patients. He diligently seeks to meet the total needs of his patients and their families and has gathered a staff that is also dedicated to that purpose.

Dr. Olive has served on the Board of Directors for the North Alabama American Cancer Society and on the Editorial Board of Health Watch magazine. He is currently a member of the Medical Association for the State of Alabama, the Madison County Medical Society, the American Medical Association, and the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology.

The Olive family resides in Huntsville, and it is at his home that he finds renewal, especially at the pond with a fishing pole in his hand.

Manh C. Dang, M.D. Manh C. Dang, M.D.
Medical Oncology/Hematology

Dr. Manh Dang began his medical career in Huntsville when he joined the Center for Cancer Care in 1995 as the Director of Medical Oncology. He is a graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Dang completed his residency program in Internal Medicine at Tulane University in New Orleans and then trained in Medical Oncology/Hematology at UCLA. A board-certified physician, Dr. Dang brings valuable experience to The Center for Cancer Care from his tenure at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Anaheim, California.

As a medical oncologist, Dr. Dang sees those patients requiring treatment with chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, and immunotherapy. As a hematologist, Dr. Dang sees patients who need treatment for diseases of the blood. His skill and dedication are recognized by professionals throughout the Southeast, and his patients know him to be genuinely concerned for their welfare.

Dr. Dang is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the Medical Association for the State of Alabama, and the Madison County Medical Society. He resides in Huntsville with his wife and four young children, and he enjoys spending time with his family in his free time.

Paul Dang, M.D.

Paul Dang, M.D.
Medical Oncology

Biography soon to come.