Donald M. Cannon

Donald M. Cannon, MD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Utah. He specializes in treating central nervous system tumors (brain, spinal cord, skull base) and provides care for skin, breast, and genitourinary cancers. Dr. Cannon is a board-certified medical oncologist (American Board of Radiology) and a member of the multidisciplinary team at the Huntsman Cancer Institute.

• Education:
  • M.D. in Medicine from Weill Cornell Medical College
  • Residency in Radiation Oncology at University of Wisconsin Hospital & Clinics, with Chief Resident role (2012-2013)
  • Internship in Internal Medicine at University of Utah School of Medicine
  • B.S. in Physics (Minor in Mathematics) from Brigham Young University

Research Interests: Dr. Cannon focuses on optimizing radiation therapy for central nervous system tumors, particularly through stereotactic radiosurgery and proton therapy. His work also explores adjuvant radiation strategies in head and neck cancers, treatment planning for craniospinal irradiation, and combined immunotherapy-radiation approaches in melanoma and prostate cancer.

Scientific Contributions: His recent articles address advancements in breast cancer radiotherapy, meningioma target volume delineation, and immunotherapy combinations for melanoma. Key trends include leveraging imaging (MRI, CT) for precision radiation, improving outcomes in glioblastoma, and refining adjuvant treatments for head and neck carcinomas.

Professional Affiliations: Dr. Cannon is a member of the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology and the American Brachytherapy Society. He actively participates in multidisciplinary cancer care and clinical target volume research.