Ato Obrumah Wright, MD PHD
Provider is directly employed by MedStar Health
Provider is directly employed by MedStar HealthSpecialties: Radiation Oncology
Languages: English
About me
Ato O. Wright, MD, PhD, is a board-certified radiation oncologist with over a decade of clinical experience providing precise, patient-centered care. His expertise encompasses the treatment of lymphomas, sarcomas, and cancers of the head and neck, gastrointestinal tract, breast, and gynecologic system. Beyond oncology, Dr. Wright provides specialized radiotherapy for benign conditions, including keloids and osteoarthritis, and performs intracoronary brachytherapy for complex cardiovascular cases.
During consultations, Dr. Wright partners with his patients to navigate the complexities of their diagnosis. By meticulously reviewing clinical records and imaging, he translates technical data into a clear, individualized care plan. He provides a comprehensive roadmap—from the nuances of treatment planning to the specifics of the therapy timeline—ensuring patients are fully informed at every step. Dr. Wright also welcomes second-opinion consultations, offering the clarity and perspective needed for patients to make confident, informed decisions about their health.
His published work focuses on minimizing radiation's impact on healthy tissues—specifically the heart, blood vessels, and spinal cord—to improve long-term outcomes for patients with complex tumors.
A global citizen who has lived across several continents and speaks multiple languages, Dr. Wright brings an international perspective to his practice that allows him to build deep, empathetic connections with patients from all backgrounds. Dr. Wright earned his MD and PhD in cellular and molecular biology from Pennsylvania State College of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke University Hospital.
Philosophy of Care
“When I meet with a patient, my goal is for them to feel seen, heard, and supported from the very beginning. Many people come to radiation oncology with worries or unanswered questions, so I start by learning what patients already understand about their diagnosis and what concerns matter most to them.
From there, I focus on clarity and trust. I walk patients through their imaging scans and explain them in a way that feels manageable. We discuss why radiation is being recommended, how it fits with surgery or chemotherapy, and what the day to day experience will look like. I also take time to explain the intent of treatment—whether we’re aiming to cure the cancer, control it, or ease symptoms—so patients feel informed and prepared at every step.
My commitment to care extends beyond the clinic. I stay involved in community outreach, education, and advocacy because I want people to feel comfortable seeking care early and to know that trusted support exists close to home. Whether I’m speaking with a support group, participating in school career events, or engaging in health focused initiatives, I see these efforts as an important way to help patients and their families feel connected throughout their healthcare journeys'
About MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute
MedStar Washington Hospital Center is part of the MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute, which combines medical expertise, the latest therapies, and research across MedStar Health. Our research engine, the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, is the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in the Washington, D.C., region. This partnership means we provide access to cutting-edge clinical trials and the latest breakthroughs in cancer care.
Procedures I perform
- Breast Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Treatment
- Intrafraction Tracking Motion
- Intraoperative Radiation Therapy
- Lymphoma Treatment
- Radiation Dosimetry Calculation
- Special Dosimetry
- Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy For Brain Tumors
- Telemedicine Visit
- Transitional Cell Carcinoma Treatment
- Whole Breast Radiation Therapy
Insurance
MedStar Health accepts most major health insurance plans. If you are uncertain as to whether your individual health insurance plan is accepted at MedStar Health, please call your insurance company.
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List of insurance plans we accept
- Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice
- Private Fee-for-Service Plans (PFFS)
- Anthem BCBS of VA Key Care POS/PPO/Indemnity
- Kaiser Permanente Flexible Choice 3-tier POS
- AMERIVANTAGE/Amerigroup Community Care
- Kaiser Permanente Flexible Choice POS Cardiac Global
- United Healthcare Choice Plus Cardiac Global
- Aetna Advantage 5750
- CareFirst Federal Employee Program (Std. & Basic PPO)
- IH-POS Plus
- Choice POS II Open Access
- Network OA
- CIGNA EPO
- United Medicare Private Fee-for-Service (PFFS) plans
- CareFirst BlueChoice HMO
- First Health PPO
- MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice
- Kaiser Permanente Select Cardiac Global
- IH-HMO
- United Healthcare Select HMO-EPO/NPP Cardiac Global
- Aetna Student Health Insurance
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthy Families
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers (HMO)
- CIGNA Connect EPO
- Core Essential (HMO)
- United Healthcare Navigate Cardiac Global
- HUMANA/Choice Care Medicare Plans (Choice, Gold Choice)
- HumanaChoice PPO
- Aetna Classic 5000PD
- CIGNA PPO
- Choice Fund PPO
- Kaiser Permanente Medicare Plus
- Kaiser Permanente Select
- HealthyBlue PPO
- Uniformed Services Family Health Plan
- Coventry Health Care of Virginia
- Choice POS II
- Aetna Basic
- CIGNA POS/Network POS
- Jai Medical Systems - Maryland Health Choice
- UnitedHealthcare and AARP Medicare Complete Plans
- Humana Medicare Advantage - HMO Open Access
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO)
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers (POS & POS OA)
- MD IPA (HMO) & MD IPA Preferred Cardiac Global
- IH-Open Network Only Plus
- Cigna True Choice Medicare (PPO)
- IH-Indemnity
- Maryland Physicians Care MCO
- United Healthcare Options (PPO)
- Magellan Complete Care of VA - VA Medicaid MCO
- Optimum Choice
- Select HMO/HealthFund/Health Network
- Cigna Achieve Medicare (HMO C-SNP)
- Aetna Advantage 6350
- United Healthcare Select HMO - EPO/NPP
- Choice Care Network/HUMANA (PPO)
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthcare Alliance
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage DSNP District of Columbia
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Core/Enhanced
- TRICARE East Prime
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
- Great-West Healthcare POS/CIGNA
- Navigate
- OCI Direct (HMO)
- TriWest Healthcare Alliance
- CareFirst Maryland Point of Service Plan
- CIGNA Indemnity
- UnitedHealthcare Individual Exchange Plans
- Choice POS
- United Healthcare Choice Cardiac Global
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PPO
- Medicare Direct
- Healthy Blue (HMO, POS)
- United Healthcare Choice
- Erickson Advantage Plans
- Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA/HealthFund/Health Network Option OA
- Aetna Traditional Choice (PPO)
- CareFirst MedStar Select PPO
- CIGNA HMO & Network (HMO)
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance
- IH-Open HMO Option
- IH-Open HMO
- Kaiser Permanente Select - Added Choice
- Alterwood Advanatge HMO & DSNP Plans
- CareFirst MedStar PPO
- CareFirst Community Health Plan of MD
- CIGNA PPO Plus
- Sentara Health
- Advantra Platinum (PPO)
- Cigna TotalCare (HMO D-SNP)
- Kaiser Permanente Medicare Advantage Signature and Select
- MultiPlan, Inc
- HighMark
- Geisinger Medicare Advantage
- CareFirst Blue Card Program
- Cigna Alliance Medicare (HMO)
- Humana Medicare Advantage - PPO
- Amerigroup DC Alliance
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue Dual Adv
- BCBS Out-of-State Medicare Plans (Blue Advantage)
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue SNP
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO) Cardiac Global
- IH-PPO
- Lasso Healthcare - Medicare Medical Savings Account
- Coventry Health Care National Network PPO
- Aetna Advantage 6350PD
- Aetna Classic 5000
- Cigna Preferred Medicare (HMO)
- First Health PPO
- United Healthcare Choice Plus
- CareFirst Administrators
- HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD HMO
- Aetna Open Choice (PPO)
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PLUS PPO
- United HealthCare Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program
- Aetna HMO
- CIGNA HMO Open Access
- Aetna Worker's Compensation Network
- Amerigroup DC Healthy Families
- Fee-for-Service (FFS) District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia Medicaid
- Optimum Choice Preferred (POS)
- CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO
- Medicare Advantage - Advantra Value (PPO)
- Tricare Reserve Select
- Private Health Care Systems (PPO)
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families
- Medicare FFS
- NYC Medicare Advantage Plus
- CareFirst Blue Choice Opt Out Open Access
- Beech Street PPO
- Aetna Managed Choice Open Access (POS)
- Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO Plans
- Aetna Elect Choice/ EPO (Aetna Health Fund)
- Kaiser Permanente Signature - Added Choice
- UHC Passport
- Health Services for Children with Special Needs
- United Student Resources
- United Healthcare Community Plan - VA Medicaid MCO
- IH-Open POS Plus
- Aetna Better Health of MD
- Aetna Better Health of VA
- Humana Gold Plus HMO
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage
- Blue Choice Advantage
- CareFirst Blue Preferred PPO
- IH-EPO Plus
- CareFirst Blue Choice Opt Out Plus Open Access (POS)
- BlueChoice Open Access
- Options PPO Cardiac Global
- Optimum Choice & Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) Cardiac Global
- WellPoint Maryland - Maryland Health Choice
- POS OA
- Kaiser Maryland Medicaid MCO
- United Healthcare Select Plus (POS)
- Kaiser Permaenete Signature - Added Choice Cardiac Global
- IH-Open POS II
- CareFirst NASCO
- Aetna VA Exchange
- IH-Network Only Plus
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Adv. Special Needs Plans
- UHC Group Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO, POS, PPO)
- DC/MD SHOP QHP Small Business Plans
- Anthem Federal Employee Program Standard
- CareFirst EPO
- CareFirst Dual Prime HMO-SNP
- Aetna Medicare Advantage PFFS Plan
- CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity
- M.D. IPA Preferred (POS)
- Aetna Managed Choice (POS)
- Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA
- Employee Health Plan
- BCBS of Michigan (BCN Advantage,Security Blue, Freedom, Medicare PLUS Blue Group PPO)
- Aetna Premier 200PD
- Kaiser Permanente Signature
- Kaiser Permanente HMO Plus and DHMO Plus Member
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers Plus
- CareFirst FEP Blue Focus
- Cigna True Choice Plus Medicare (PPO)
- IH-POS
- CIGNA SureFit (HMO)
- TRICARE for Life East
- IH-Open EPO Plus
- Aetna Elect Choice/ Open Access (POS)
- M.D. IPA (HMO)
- Anthem Federal Employee Program Basic
- Police and Fire Clinic
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue Plus
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage prescription drug benefit (PPO)
- TRICARE East Select
- Aetna Classic 3500
- Aetna Quality Point of Service (POS)
- Optima Family Care MCO - VA Medicaid MCO
- OA Plus
- Coventry of Delaware HMO/PPO
Education
Board Certification: American Board of Radiology, Radiation Oncology
Residency: Duke University School of Medicine (2015)
Medical School: Pennsylvania State University (2010)