Hymel joins Byrd Cancer Center

Terrebonne General | Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center announced that Rockne Hymel, III, M.D., has joined Terrebonne General | Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center as its newest radiation oncologist.

After receiving his Bachelor of Science in biological sciences from Louisiana State University, Hymel earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. He completed his residency in radiation oncology at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. Hymel is board certified in radiation oncology with the American Board of Radiology.

“As we continue to grow our physician group, we are able to provide even more options to our patients across the Mary Bird Perkins network,” said Jonas Fontenot, PhD, MBA, president, and CEO Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. “Dr. Hymel’s experience and 100 percent focus on the best radiation oncology practices will benefit Houma-area residents looking for leading-edge cancer resources in a convenient and comfortable setting.”

Hymel previously practiced at Ochsner Cancer Center in Baton Rouge.