Radiation Oncology     Facilities Research, Services & Procedures Treatments by Cancer Type Staff Publications Medical Physics Residency Program Contact Us iPIX Virtual Tour Learn about Employment Opportunities as a Radiology Technologist (418k PDF File) Requires:     Radiation oncology uses machines called linear accelerators to deliver x-ray electron beams to destroy cancer cells. This type of treatment is one of several types used to fight cancer. The Radiation Oncology Department at Thompson Cancer Survival Center is a world-leader in radiation treatment services. The department features board-certified radiation oncologists and board-certified radiation physicists. The physicians and staff of the department are committed to providing state-of-the art treatment techniques. Leading-edge technology is the cornerstone of this department. Original clinical research performed here has resulted in the development of new and innovative treatment options at Thompson years before they were available at other facilities. Examples of such innovations include: Helical Tomotherapy and Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) Free-breathing Respiratory Gating Whole-body Stereotactic Radiotherapy Prostate Brachytherapy

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