Board-Certified Radiation Oncologist | Medical Director, New Horizons Wellness Center & Medispa (Spring, TX)
Philosophy
“My goal is to deliver the most precise and effective cancer treatments available, while supporting each patient with compassion and clear communication throughout their journey.”
Credentials at a Glance
- Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Radiation Oncology (Certification Matters)
- Education: M.D. & Ph.D., USC Keck School of Medicine | Residency, UC Irvine Health & City of Hope (Chief Resident)
- Hospital Affiliations: Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
- Languages: English, Mandarin Chinese
Biography
Dr. Jonathan Cheng is a board-certified radiation oncologist with more than 15 years of experience in advanced medical care. He currently serves as the Medical Director of New Horizons Wellness Center & Medispa in Spring, TX, where he combines his medical expertise with a commitment to patient-centered wellness and skin health.
He earned his B.S. in Biochemistry from UCLA as a Regents Scholar and Phi Beta Kappa member, followed by dual M.D. and Ph.D. degrees in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the USC Keck School of Medicine, where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha.
Dr. Cheng completed his internship in Internal Medicine at UCLA Olive View Medical Center and residency in Radiation Oncology at UC Irvine Health and City of Hope, serving as Chief Resident from 2009–2010.
Since 2010, Dr. Cheng has practiced in Texas, including Greater Houston Radiation Oncology, Golden Triangle Radiation Oncology, Clear Skin Cancer Center, and Genesis Medical Group. His expertise includes IMRT, brachytherapy, and image-guided radiation therapies. He has published research on rectal cancer and head and neck cancer outcomes, and is dedicated to advancing precision oncology.
Education & Training
- B.S., Biochemistry – UCLA (Regents Scholar, Phi Beta Kappa, College Honors)
- M.D. & Ph.D., Biochemistry & Molecular Biology – USC Keck School of Medicine (Alpha Omega Alpha)
- Internship – Internal Medicine, UCLA Olive View Medical Center
- Residency – Radiation Oncology, UC Irvine Health & City of Hope (Chief Resident, 2009–2010)
Awards & Honors
- RSNA Roentgen Resident/Fellow Research Award (RSNA) (2009)
- Chief Resident, UCI Radiation Oncology (2009–2010)
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society (AOA Honor Medical Society) (2004–2005)
- Dunn Award for Excellence in Biochemistry (1998)
- Naumberg Research Award (1997)
- UCLA Regents Scholarship (UCLA Scholarships) (1994–1998)
Professional Memberships
- American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- American Brachytherapy Society (ABS)
- American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO)
- Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
- American Medical Association (AMA)