Dominic Moon, M.D.

Dominic Moon, M.D., Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at UT Southwestern, developed an interest in the medical field as an undergraduate student volunteering at a cancer center.

“I got a glimpse of the difficulties and uncertainties patients face during their cancer treatments,” Dr. Moon says. “I also witnessed their incredible strength and resilience.” Once he decided to pursue a career in medicine, he always had the field of oncology in mind. “Radiation oncology was the best fit for me because it allows me to incorporate cutting-edge technology, build long-term relationships with patients, and cure their disease —  or, if that's not possible, relieve suffering.”

Dr. Moon joins the department as a head and neck specialist. His interest in head and neck stems from the complex anatomy and the intricate relationship between the organs, nerves, blood vessels, and lymphatic system in this region.

Prior to joining UT Southwestern, his research focused on assessing patient-reported outcomes and toxicities related to cancer treatments, and this is something he would like to continue to explore. He plans to study ways to optimize radiation treatments to decrease side effects and improve patients’ quality of life.

Dr. Moon understands that a cancer diagnosis and its various therapy options are often quite overwhelming.

“My role as a physician and oncologist is not only to treat the cancer, but also to help patients understand the disease, the treatment plan, and ways to maximize their quality of life during and after treatment. We have a great team of clinicians, nurses, nutritionists, and speech and swallow specialists that work together to achieve these goals.”