Oncologist ·
Fortis Hospital , Bangalore, India
23 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English ,Hindi
Radiation oncologists are highly trained doctors who specialize in treating cancer through high-intensity photon beams or X-rays. These radiations kill cancer cells. Radiation oncologists coordinate with other doctors to design the complete treatment plan. Here is a list of some of the conditions a radiation oncologist:
Radiation therapy is often preferred for the treatment of lung, head & neck, prostate, and breast cancer. Radiation therapy is used to treat breast cancer at every stage. It is an effective way to minimize the risk of breast cancer coming back after surgery. In addition, it is generally used to ease the symptoms of cancer that have affected other parts of the body.
If you have any of the below-listed symptoms, your primary care doctor may refer you to an oncologist:
Symptoms of cancer depend on the location of the cancer, its size, and the extent it affects adjacent organs and tissues. If a cancer has spread, symptoms might appear in different parts of your body.
You can reach Dr Harsha Doddihal from 11 am to 5 pm on Monday to Saturday. He does not see patients on Sunday.
The below-listed popular procedures that Dr. Harsha Doddihal performs are:
Proton Beam Therapy is the latest form of radiation therapy. This uses a high-energy proton beam for cancer treatment. It is a kind of particle therapy that offers targeted treatment, unlike any other radiation treatment. Proton Beam Therapy is effective for the treatment of cancers like skull base tumors, pediatric cancers, brain tumors, and prostate cancers.. CyberKnifie is another powerful radiation therapy used for cancer treatment. It is a lightweight linear accelerator placed on a robotic arm. Real-time images allow patient movement tracking with high accuracy. The CyberKnife also uses real-time X-rays to find the exact position of the lesion during treatment.
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Radiation oncologists use the therapeutic properties of radiation to treat cancer. They understand cancer as a disease, its cause, and patterns of spread. Radiation oncologists also determine how radiation can fit in the general scheme of treatment. Radiation oncologists can use various methods for cancer treatment, including external beam radiotherapy, modality therapy, radioactive implantations, and hyperthermia. Planning plays a major role in cancer treatment. They keep an eye on the overall health of cancer patients and establish long-term relationships with patients post-treatment.
Below-listed diagnostic tests are required before and during a consultation with a radiation oncologist:
A mammogram is the most common test for detecting breast cancer. Having mammograms regularly can lower the overall risk of mortality to breast cancer. It is easier to treat and before it is big enough to feel or cause symptoms.
Radiation oncologists are responsible for treating different types of cancer. If a person has been diagnosed with any of the following conditions, they should see a radiation oncologist:
You need to see a radiation oncologist if you have the below-listed symptoms: :
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