Overview
Brendan Coutu, MD, MBA, specializes in radiation oncology at MercyOne Waterloo Cancer Center. His clinical interests include treating prostate, breast, lung and head and neck cancer, in addition to radiation oncology. He believes you deserve world-class cancer care close to home with a team you can trust. It's his great honor to share in your unique cancer journey, build a relationship with you and translate complicated medical terms so you better understand your diagnosis and treatment options. He emphasizes hope and community support and will empower you with the knowledge you need to make your own choices for cancer treatment. Outside of work, Dr. Coutu enjoys exploring local sites, especially ice cream parlors, with this wife and four children. He enjoys fitness (to make up for the ice cream), karate (when he needs to defend his ice cream) and carpentry and woodworking (when he's out of ice cream).
His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).
Dr. Coutu is board certified in Board Certified Radiation Oncologist (ABR). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Coutu is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
200 E. Ridgeway Ave., Waterloo, IA 50702
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Coutu has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Brendan Coutu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Brendan Coutu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Brendan Coutu by calling their office at 319-272-2800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Brendan Coutu a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brendan Coutu is classified as an Experienced expert for Lung Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Brendan Coutu specialize in?
While Dr. Brendan Coutu is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Metastatic Brain Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. Brendan Coutu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Brendan Coutu has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Brendan Coutu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Brendan Coutu accept my insurance?
Dr. Brendan Coutu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 319-272-2800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Coutu isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Brain TumorDr. Coutu isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Breast CancerDr. Coutu isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- HER-2 Positive Breast CancerDr. Coutu isExperienced. Learn about HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer.
- Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Coutu isExperienced. Learn about Hodgkin Lymphoma.