Overview
Vernon King is a Radiation Oncologist in Grand Junction, Colorado. Dr. King is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Posterior Fossa Tumor.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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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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Cancer Centers Of Colorado - St. Mary's Regional Hospital (Rad Onc)
Dr. Kristen Riegert holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Pacific University in Forest Grove, OR, and a Doctor of Medicine from Oregon Health & Science University in Portland. She completed an internal medicine internship with Providence Portland Medical Center and a radiation and oncology residency with the University of Arizona in Tucson. In 2014, Dr. Riegert began working as a radiation oncologist at a Walla Walla, WA hospital. She spent the next two decades there. In 2024, she moved to Grand Junction, CO, and joined Intermountain Health.She enjoys hiking, camping, and exploring the outdoors with her sons when she is not at work. Dr. Riegert is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Angiosarcoma.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vernon J. King
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vernon J. King?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vernon J. King by calling their office at 970-298-7500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vernon J. King a top-rated expert for Thyroid Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vernon J. King is classified as an Distinguished expert for Thyroid 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. Vernon J. King specialize in?
While Dr. Vernon J. King is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Thyroid Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. Vernon J. King participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vernon J. King has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thyroid Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Vernon J. King's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vernon J. King accept my insurance?
Dr. Vernon J. King accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 970-298-7500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. King isDistinguished. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. King isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. King isDistinguished. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)Dr. King isDistinguished. Learn about Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).
- Thyroid CancerDr. King isDistinguished. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
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- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. King isAdvanced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. King isAdvanced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- AstrocytomaDr. King isAdvanced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
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- Acoustic NeuromaDr. King isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. King isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Bone TumorDr. King isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. King isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Breast CancerDr. King isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Choroid Plexus PapillomaDr. King isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Papilloma.