Dr. Brooks is a dedicated Physician Partner and the Chief Value Officer at Premier Radiation Oncology Associates. After earning his medical degree from Yale University, he trained at both the esteemed MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Brooks has been recognized twice by his colleagues for excellence in patient care. Before joining Premier, he served as the Chief Health Value Officer and Faculty Liaison for Operations at the University of Florida Proton Therapy Institute, where he was also an Assistant Professor. Dr. Brooks has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles in prestigious journals such as Nature, JAMA, Lancet, and JCO, and has presented at American Society of Clinical Oncology meetings. His work has been cited in the National Cancer Center Network (NCCN) guidelines for managing difficult to treat cancers, and he has been honored with the Medical Student and Community Education Award.
For Dr. Brooks, the decision to enter the field of Radiation Oncology was a heartfelt calling. He is passionate about supporting individuals through one of the most challenging periods of their lives. He finds it both a blessing and a privilege to be there for his patients, guiding them through their cancer journeys with compassion and dedication. Developing close relationships with his patients and witnessing their outcomes, whether through providing symptom relief or through curing the disease, brings him immense joy and fulfillment. Dr. Brooks feels honored to care for people during such vulnerable and crucial times in their lives.
To Dr. Brooks, providing superior patient care means seeing the person beyond their disease. He believes in understanding each patient’s unique dreams, goals, and wishes for life after treatment, and strives to help them achieve them. Being available, responsive, and compassionate, are at the core of his practice. By taking the time to focus on the unique details of each case and personalizing every person’s care, Dr. Brooks ensures that each patient receives the best possible outcome and is cared for at the highest level. His approach is rooted in treating each person with the same compassion and attention he would offer to his own family.
Dr. Brooks finds great fulfillment in staying current and also pioneering the latest therapies to provide the best for his patients. He cherishes the moments when patients return for follow-ups feeling better because of the care they received or when he can share the joyous news of a remission. These experiences are deeply rewarding and central to his dedication to cancer care.
In his spare time, Dr. Brooks loves visiting Disney and spending time at the beach with his family. These moments of joy and relaxation help him recharge and continue his compassionate work in oncology.
Patient Reviews
There are not enough words to describe how amazing my experience was under the care of Dr. Brooks and All the staff. The support, encouragement and caring is what got me through my treatments. Dr. Brooks sees his patients every week and the nurses are there all the time and will see you immediately if needed. DR. Brooks is the best! There cannot be a better place to be as you walk this journey, knowing that your Dr and staff have your back!!!
My experience with Dr. Brooks, Dr. Altoos, the radiation technicians, and the entire staff was very positive. They all seem to truly understand and care what we are going through. I am glad I chose Premier Radiation Oncology.
Everyone there is so nice and friendly. Dr. Brooks is very kind. My husband had a great experience.
My dad was seen by Dr. Brooks for lung cancer. Dad was a Vietnam Veteran suffering from serious heath issues from exposure to Agent Orange. He had VA and Medicare HMO insurance which made getting approval for treatment complicated. When I phoned with questions, Dr. Brooks returned my call himself and patiently explained everything. Dad had to cancel his 1st treatment appointment due to heart issues. Dr. Brooks called to check on him and reassured him that his cancer would still be treatable whenever his heart issues improved. This was a tremendous comfort to my dad and our family. My dad died a few weeks later from heart issues having never been able to begin his cancer treatment. He had the same PCP for 30 years, the same cardiologists for 15 and 25 years. They were great doctors who provided excellent care. We received nice cards from their offices. Dr. Brooks was the only doctor who personally called me with his condolences. He had seen my dad twice. TWICE. Dr. Brooks is next level.
Mr. Husband and I are so pleased that Dr. Brooks is in our lives, This journey that we are on will be so much better since Dr. Brooks in charge