Radiation therapy is an important treatment for lung cancer. Depending on the stage and type of cancer, it may be used to cure the disease, control the tumor, prevent its spread, or relieve symptoms. Modern techniques such as IMRT, VMAT, IGRT, 4D-CT and SBRT allow radiation to be delivered precisely while protecting healthy tissues. When… Continue reading Lung Cancer Radiation Therapy

Gynecologic Cancer Radiation Therapy Radiation therapy is an important part of treatment for several gynecologic cancers. It may be used to cure cancer, reduce the risk of recurrence, or relieve symptoms. Modern techniques such as IMRT, VMAT, IGRT and brachytherapy allow precise treatment while protecting nearby organs such as the bladder and bowel. Which Gynecologic… Continue reading Gynecologic Cancer Radiation Therapy

Dr. Geeta Singh provides comprehensive radiation oncology consultations for patients diagnosed with cancer or referred for consideration of radiotherapy. Each consultation involves reviewing clinical history, pathology, CT/MRI/PET imaging and previous treatments to understand the disease and determine whether radiation therapy may be appropriate. Treatment options, expected benefits, potential side effects and the overall treatment pathway… Continue reading Radiation Oncology Consultation

Radiation therapy is an important part of treatment for several gastrointestinal (GI) cancers. Depending on the type and stage of cancer, it may be used to cure the disease, reduce the risk of recurrence, shrink a tumor before surgery, or relieve symptoms. Modern techniques such as IMRT, VMAT, IGRT, SBRT and 4D-CT allow radiation to… Continue reading Gastrointestinal Cancer Radiation Therapy

Radiation therapy is one of the most important treatments for head and neck cancers. Depending on the type and stage of cancer, it may be used alone, with chemotherapy, before or after surgery, or to control symptoms in advanced disease. Modern techniques such as IMRT, VMAT and IGRT allow radiation to precisely target the cancer… Continue reading Head & Neck Cancer Radiation Therapy

Breast Cancer Radiation Therapy Radiation therapy uses carefully planned high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells and reduce the risk of breast cancer returning. Treatment is personalized according to the type and stage of cancer, surgery, pathology and lymph-node involvement. 1. What Is Radiation Therapy for Breast Cancer? Radiation therapy is commonly given after breast surgery… Continue reading Breast Cancer Radiation Therapy