David Jones, MD

Meet David Jones, MD

Precision Radiation Oncology with a Personalized Approach to Cancer Care in Alamogordo

As a board-certified radiation oncologist serving patients in Alamogordo, David Jones, MD, combines advanced cancer treatment technology with a deeply personal approach to care. Dr. Jones earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College (now Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University) and completed his Radiation Oncology residency at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Today, he provides specialized radiation oncology services through CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic Cancer Center, bringing sophisticated cancer treatment options for patients throughout southern New Mexico. His commitment to individualized treatment planning, multidisciplinary collaboration and patient education helps ensure patients receive expert care without having to leave their community.

Career at a Glance

• Board-certified in Radiation Oncology by the American Board of Radiology
• Expertise in advanced radiation treatments, including SBRT, IMRT, and IGRT
• Provides comprehensive radiation oncology care through CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic Cancer Center in Alamogordo, NM

Clinical Role and Leadership

Dr. Jones serves as a radiation oncologist with CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic Cancer Center, where he works closely with medical oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, oncology nurses, and other specialists to deliver coordinated cancer care. His role is centered on developing highly individualized radiation treatment plans that maximize treatment effectiveness while minimizing effects on healthy surrounding tissue. Through the use of advanced radiation techniques and collaborative care planning, he helps expand access to high-quality cancer treatment for patients throughout the region.

He provides specialized care for conditions such as:

• Prostate cancer
• Breast cancer
• Lung cancer
• Head and neck cancers
• Oral cancer
• Skin cancers, including basal and squamous cell carcinomas
• Recurrent or metastatic cancers requiring radiation treatment

What You Can Expect from Care with David Jones, MD

Dr. Jones believes that great cancer care involves much more than delivering radiation treatments. He prioritizes clear communication, patient education and emotional support throughout the treatment journey. Patients describe cancer treatment as one of the most challenging experiences of their lives, and Dr. Jones works to ensure every patient understands their options, feels heard, and remains an active participant in treatment decisions.

You can expect:

• Personalized treatment plans tailored to your diagnosis and goals
• Clear explanations of radiation treatment options and expected outcomes
• Collaboration with your entire cancer care team
• Advanced treatment techniques designed to minimize side effects
• Compassionate support for both patients and their families throughout treatment

Advanced Radiation Oncology Technology and Treatment Planning

Dr. Jones specializes in modern radiation oncology techniques designed to deliver highly targeted cancer treatment while protecting healthy tissue whenever possible.

Advanced technologies and treatment approaches include:

• Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) for highly precise treatment of select tumors
• Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) to shape radiation doses around critical structures
• Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) to improve treatment accuracy and precision
• Personalized radiation treatment planning based on tumor characteristics and patient-specific factors
• Multidisciplinary treatment coordination with surgical and medical oncology specialists

These technologies allow patients in southern New Mexico to receive sophisticated radiation treatment close to home while benefiting from evidence-based cancer care.

Research, Clinical Insight and Thought Leadership

Dr. Jones's professional foundation is built upon extensive specialty training in radiation oncology and decades of clinical experience treating cancer patients. While publicly available sources identify his advanced training and board certification, limited information is available regarding specific publications, research studies or academic appointments. His contribution to the field is most visible through the application of advanced radiation techniques and his commitment to delivering state-of-the-art cancer care within community settings.

By incorporating technologies such as SBRT, IMRT and IGRT into clinical practice, he helps bring contemporary radiation oncology advances directly to patients in Alamogordo and surrounding communities.

Commitment to Public Health and Health Equity

Cancer treatment can place significant physical, emotional and financial burdens on patients and families. Dr. Jones's work in Alamogordo helps improve access to specialized cancer care for residents of southern New Mexico who might otherwise need to travel considerable distances for treatment.

His patient-centered philosophy emphasizes:

• Keeping advanced cancer care available locally
• Empowering patients through education and shared decision-making
• Supporting patients throughout the full continuum of care
• Collaborating with specialists to coordinate seamless treatment plans
• Focusing on both quality of life and treatment outcomes

Through this approach, Dr. Jones helps ensure patients receive comprehensive cancer care that addresses both the disease and the individual behind it.