Meet Our Residents

Residents in the Radiation Oncology Residency at UMMC come from around the U.S. and across the world. While all of our trainees have a love of learning and a compassionate approach to patient care, they come from diverse backgrounds, family status, and professional and personal interests.

From the residents

Welcome to the Radiation Oncology Residency at UMMC. In the Department of Radiation Oncology, medical residents learn from fundamental principles to become excellent clinicians while also providing UMMC clinic's standard of excellent care. Our residency training program provides an engaging and collaborative environment that allows you to reach your full potential.  Whether you are by the Mississippi coast, exploring the historic downtown Jackson, or going on an adventure, Jackson, and its neighboring cities are truly one of the best places to go for medical training. You'll enjoy great food, history, art, and the surrounding major cities. If you are looking to become a radiation oncologist, UMMC provides the best opportunity for you to thrive. Come join us!

PGY IV

Caballero, David M., MD
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Undergrad School: University of Arizona
Medical School: University of Mississippi Medical Center
Internship: University of Mississippi Medical Center Internal Medicine

PGY III

Gatewood, Ronald T., MD
Hometown: Laurel, MS
Medical School: University of Mississippi Medical Center
Internship: University of Mississippi Medical Center Internal Medicine

PGY II

Dharuvuru, Ashok, MBBS
Hometown: Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh, India
Medical School: Siddartha Medical College, Vijayawada, India
Internship: University of Mississippi Medical Center Internal Medicine