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
- POS OA
- Aetna Classic 5000PD
- Aetna HMO
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PLUS PPO
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue Dual Adv
- Kaiser Permanente Signature
- Kaiser Permanente HMO Plus and DHMO Plus Member
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue SNP
- United Healthcare Select HMO - EPO/NPP
- Navigate
- Private Health Care Systems (PPO)
- Optimum Choice Preferred (POS)
- IH-POS Plus
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Adv. Special Needs Plans
- Magellan Complete Care of VA - VA Medicaid MCO
- Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA
- United Healthcare Choice Cardiac Global
- TRICARE East Prime
- UnitedHealthcare and AARP Medicare Complete Plans
- Aetna Traditional Choice (PPO)
- UHC Passport
- Lasso Healthcare - Medicare Medical Savings Account
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD HMO
- IH-Open EPO Plus
- Health Services for Children with Special Needs
- Private Fee-for-Service Plans (PFFS)
- CIGNA HMO Open Access
- CareFirst Dual Prime HMO-SNP
- M.D. IPA (HMO)
- Aetna Elect Choice/ EPO (Aetna Health Fund)
- Aetna Student Health Insurance
- United HealthCare Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program
- OA Plus
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage DSNP District of Columbia
- Alterwood Advanatge HMO & DSNP Plans
- Anthem Federal Employee Program Basic
- CIGNA POS/Network POS
- Choice Fund PPO
- DC/MD SHOP QHP Small Business Plans
- Choice POS II Open Access
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers (HMO)
- Medicare Direct
- Optimum Choice & Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) Cardiac Global
- Core Essential (HMO)
- Network OA
- Humana Gold Plus HMO
- Aetna Managed Choice Open Access (POS)
- CareFirst Blue Choice Opt Out Open Access
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PPO
- Maryland Physicians Care MCO
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO)
- Beech Street PPO
- BCBS Out-of-State Medicare Plans (Blue Advantage)
- Coventry Health Care of Virginia
- CareFirst MedStar PPO
- Aetna Advantage 6350PD
- Aetna Open Choice (PPO)
- CareFirst EPO
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage
- Aetna Classic 5000
- Tricare Reserve Select
- Kaiser Permanente Select
- United Healthcare Community Plan - VA Medicaid MCO
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
- Aetna Advantage 5750
- Coventry Health Care National Network PPO
- Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA/HealthFund/Health Network Option OA
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthcare Alliance
- CareFirst MedStar Select PPO
- Geisinger Medicare Advantage
- MD IPA (HMO) & MD IPA Preferred Cardiac Global
- CareFirst Administrators
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage prescription drug benefit (PPO)
- Erickson Advantage Plans
- IH-HMO
- CareFirst NASCO
- Cigna Preferred Medicare (HMO)
- Cigna TotalCare (HMO D-SNP)
- IH-Open HMO
- BCBS of Michigan (BCN Advantage,Security Blue, Freedom, Medicare PLUS Blue Group PPO)
- CIGNA Indemnity
- CareFirst Federal Employee Program (Std. & Basic PPO)
- Great-West Healthcare POS/CIGNA
- Humana Medicare Advantage - PPO
- IH-Indemnity
- Employee Health Plan
- OCI Direct (HMO)
- IH-EPO Plus
- Aetna Quality Point of Service (POS)
- Anthem Federal Employee Program Standard
- MultiPlan, Inc
- IH-Open HMO Option
- Cigna Achieve Medicare (HMO C-SNP)
- Sentara Health
- Aetna Better Health of VA
- HUMANA/Choice Care Medicare Plans (Choice, Gold Choice)
- IH-POS
- Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO Plans
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue Plus
- Choice POS II
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers (POS & POS OA)
- United Healthcare Choice
- Aetna Premier 200PD
- United Healthcare Options (PPO)
- Jai Medical Systems - Maryland Health Choice
- Aetna Advantage 6350
- Anthem BCBS of VA Key Care POS/PPO/Indemnity
- CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity
- UnitedHealthcare Individual Exchange Plans
- Kaiser Permanente Medicare Plus
- Kaiser Permanente Medicare Advantage Signature and Select
- Kaiser Permanente Signature - Added Choice
- Select HMO/HealthFund/Health Network
- CareFirst Blue Card Program
- CIGNA PPO Plus
- HumanaChoice PPO
- IH-Network Only Plus
- Cigna Alliance Medicare (HMO)
- First Health PPO
- United Healthcare Select Plus (POS)
- Choice Care Network/HUMANA (PPO)
- MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice
- Aetna VA Exchange
- CareFirst Blue Preferred PPO
- Blue Choice Advantage
- Aetna Worker's Compensation Network
- United Medicare Private Fee-for-Service (PFFS) plans
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthy Families
- Aetna Elect Choice/ Open Access (POS)
- Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice
- Aetna Classic 3500
- CIGNA Connect EPO
- Medicare FFS
- HighMark
- Police and Fire Clinic
- Choice POS
- CareFirst BlueChoice HMO
- CareFirst Blue Choice Opt Out Plus Open Access (POS)
- CareFirst Community Health Plan of MD
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers Plus
- HealthyBlue PPO
- Healthy Blue (HMO, POS)
- CIGNA SureFit (HMO)
- Kaiser Permanente Select - Added Choice
- WellPoint Maryland - Maryland Health Choice
- CIGNA HMO & Network (HMO)
- Options PPO Cardiac Global
- Kaiser Permaenete Signature - Added Choice Cardiac Global
- CareFirst Maryland Point of Service Plan
- Fee-for-Service (FFS) District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia Medicaid
- Aetna Managed Choice (POS)
- Kaiser Permanente Flexible Choice POS Cardiac Global
- Aetna Medicare Advantage PFFS Plan
- Cigna True Choice Medicare (PPO)
- IH-Open Network Only Plus
- United Healthcare Choice Plus Cardiac Global
- NYC Medicare Advantage Plus
- IH-Open POS II
- IH-PPO
- United Healthcare Navigate Cardiac Global
- Amerigroup DC Healthy Families
- CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO
- HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO
- United Student Resources
- Aetna Basic
- Optimum Choice
- Optima Family Care MCO - VA Medicaid MCO
- United Healthcare Select HMO-EPO/NPP Cardiac Global
- M.D. IPA Preferred (POS)
- United Healthcare Choice Plus
- AMERIVANTAGE/Amerigroup Community Care
- TRICARE for Life East
- Advantra Platinum (PPO)
- Uniformed Services Family Health Plan
- Kaiser Permanente Select Cardiac Global
- Medicare Advantage - Advantra Value (PPO)
- CareFirst FEP Blue Focus
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Core/Enhanced
- Cigna True Choice Plus Medicare (PPO)
- First Health PPO
- Humana Medicare Advantage - HMO Open Access
- BlueChoice Open Access
- Amerigroup DC Alliance
- CIGNA EPO
- TRICARE East Select
- Coventry of Delaware HMO/PPO
- TriWest Healthcare Alliance
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO) Cardiac Global
- Kaiser Permanente Flexible Choice 3-tier POS
- CIGNA PPO
- UHC Group Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO, POS, PPO)
- Aetna Better Health of MD
- IH-Open POS Plus
- Kaiser Maryland Medicaid MCO
Education
Board Certification: American Board of Radiology, Radiation Oncology
Residency: Duke University School of Medicine (2015)
Medical School: Pennsylvania State University (2010)