Jessica Wilson, M.D., Ph.D.

Jessica Wilson, M.D., Ph.D., is a radiation oncologist providing expert care for people in Rochester, Minnesota, and surrounding areas. Dr. Wilson specializes in advanced radiation therapy approaches for cancers of the head and neck, larynx, bladder, prostate, and genitourinary system. She is committed to working closely with patients to deliver targeted, effective treatments that preserve quality of life while achieving the best possible outcomes.

Dr. Wilson completed her residency in Radiation Oncology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a transitional year internship at Gwinnett Medical Center in Lawrenceville, Georgia. She earned her medical degree and doctoral degree in pharmacology and toxicology from the Medical College of Wisconsin, where her dissertation explored signaling in breast cancer metastasis. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in chemistry with a minor in jazz studies from Washington University in St. Louis.

Areas of expertise

Dr. Wilson focuses on precision radiation therapy and individualized treatment plans for people with cancer. Her expertise includes:

• Head and neck cancer: Comprehensive radiation treatment for tumors involving the throat, larynx, oral cavity, oropharynx,and related structures.
• Bladder cancer: Specialized radiation therapy plans tailored to preserve function.
• Prostate cancer: Innovative techniques for localized and advanced disease.
• Genitourinary cancers: Care for renal cell carcinoma and testicular cancer with advanced radiation modalities.
• Brachytherapy: Internal radiation approaches for targeted cancer treatment of the prostate.
• Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT): Highly conformal treatment to reduce exposure to surrounding healthy tissue.
• Stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT): Precise, high-dose treatments for select tumors.

Research and expertise

Dr. Wilson's academic background reflects a dedication to improving cancer care through both clinical and scientific work. Her Ph.D. research focused on the regulation of key signaling mechanisms in cancer biology, complementing her clinical focus on delivering state-of-the-art radiation therapies.