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Dr. Zehra Fusun Tokatli

Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

39 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Zehra Fusun Tokatli is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Istanbul.

Association and Memberships Dr. Zehra Fusun Tokatli is part of:

  • Turkish Society of Radiation Oncology
  • ESTRO
  • ASTRO

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine, 1985
  • Specialization Training - Istanbul University School of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Byk?ehir Mahallesi, Medicana International Istanbul, Beylikdz Caddesi, Beylikdz/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Uyesi Ozgur Ozan Seseogullari

Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

28 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Uyesi Ozgur Ozan Seseogullari is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Camlica Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Pamukkale Unv. Faculty of Medicine, 1996-1999
  • Dokuz Eylul Unv Faculty of Medicine, 1993-1996
  • Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital, 2001-2005

Hospital Address :

K?s?kl? Mahallesi, MEDICANA aml?ca Hospital, skdar/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Hale Basak Caglar

Oncologist

, Kocaeli, Turkey

26 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Hale Basak Caglar is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Anadolu Medical Center.

Association and Memberships Dr. Hale Basak Caglar is part of:

  • ASTRO (American Theurapetic Radiation Oncology Association)
  • ESTRO (European Theurapetic Radiation Oncology Association)
  • EORTC (European Cancer Research and Treatment Institution)
  • Radiosurgery Society (Board of Directors)
  • Turkish Lung Cancer Association
  • Turkish Radiation Oncology Association
  • Turkish Medical Association Turkish Oncology Society

Qualifications :

  • University - Gazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara 1998
  • Specialization Training - Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul 2003
  • Associate Professor - Marmara University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul 2010
  • Professor - Medipol University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul 2015

Hospital Address :

Cumhuriyet Mahallesi, Anadolu Salk Merkezi, Cumhuriyet Cd., Gebze/Kocaeli, Turkey

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Dr. Rashad Rzazade

Oncologist

, Kocaeli, Turkey

9 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Rashad Rzazade is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Anadolu Medical Center.

Association and Memberships Dr. Rashad Rzazade is part of:

  • Turkish Radiation Oncology Group (TROD)
  • American Radiation Oncology Association (ASTRO)
  • European Radiotherapy and Oncology Society (ESTRO)
  • Radiosurgery Association (RSS)

Qualifications :

  • University - Azerbaijan Medical School, Azerbaijan 2008
  • Specialization Training - Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Ankara 2012
  • Specialization Training - Marmara University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Istanbul 2015

Hospital Address :

Cumhuriyet Mahallesi, Anadolu Salk Merkezi, Cumhuriyet Cd., Gebze/Kocaeli, Turkey

Dr. Kaytan Saglam

Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

32 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Kaytan Saglam is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 27 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Sisli Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Kaytan Saglam is part of:

  • Turkish Society of Cardiology
  • Turkish Society of Oncology
  • Turkish Society of Radiation Oncology, Board of Management Member, Vice President
  • Turkish Lung Cancer Society, Board of Management Member
  • European Society of Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ESTRO)
  • Turkish Society of Oncology Scientific Advisory Board Member and Editor in Chief.
  • Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Medical Sciences Scientific Advisory Board Member

Qualifications :

  • ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY, ISTANBUL FACULTY OF MEDICINE - Radiation Oncology Residency, 1992 - 1996 , Istanbul/Turkey
  • ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY ISTANBUL FACULTY OF MEDICINE - Medical Training, 1986 - 1992 , Istanbul/Turkey

Hospital Address :

Kaptan Paa Mh, Memorial ili Hospital, Halit Ziya T

Dr. Chonwat Thetwibun

Oncologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Chonwat Thetwibun is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with Bangkok Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Radiotherapy and Oncology , Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital Mahidol University, 1990
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) , Phramongkutklao Hospital (Medical degree), 1986
  • Target Volume Determination - Form Imaging To Margins , ESTRO School , Thailand

Hospital Address :

Bangkok Dusit Medical Services, Nong Prue, Bang Phli, Samut Prakan, Thailand

Dr. Manav Rakshak

Radiation oncologist

, Delhi, India

32 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Manav Rakshak is one of the top Medical Oncologist in Noida, India. The medical specialist holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with Primus Super Speciality Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Manav Rakshak is part of:

  • Delhi Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD

Hospital Address :

Primus Super Speciality Hospital, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Arundhati Chakraborty

Oncologist

, Kolkata, India

9 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Arundhati Chakraborty is one of the top Radiation Oncologist in Kolkata, India. The clinician holds over 25 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. Arundhati Chakraborty is part of:

  • Andhra Pradesh Association of Palliative Care
  • Indian Medical Council

Certifications :

  • PG Dip. In Palliative Medicine, UK (1998)

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Canal Circular Road, Kadapara, Phool Bagan, Kadapara, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Arundhati Chakraborty

  • Expertise in Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT), Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT), and Stereotactic Body RadioTherapy (SBRT).
  • Stereotactic Radio Surgery (SRS), Stereotactic Radio Therapy (SRT), Treatment Of Central Nervous System Tumors are other areas of special interest to her.
  • Dr. Arundhati Chakraborty is a radiation oncologist with over 26 years of expertise situated in Kolkata.
  • Dr. Arundhati is a member of the Indian Medical Council and the Vice President of the Andhra Pradesh Association of Palliative Care.
  • Because of her compassion and comprehensive approach, the radiation oncologist is well-known among her patients.
  • She is credited for writing for both national and international publications.
  • She is also frequently invited to lecture on Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy at scientific sessions, meetings, CDEs, international conferences, and seminars.
Dr. S Jayalakshmi

Oncologist

, Gurgaon, India

26 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr S Jayalakshmi is one of the best Radiation Oncologist in Gurugram, India. The clinician holds over 23 years of experience and is associated with Artemis Health Institute .

Association and Memberships Dr. S Jayalakshmi is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • Delhi Medical Association (DMA)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DNB

Hospital Address :

Artemis Hospitals, Sector 51, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Dr. Kuldeep Sharma

Oncologist

, Delhi, India

22 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Kuldeep Sharma is one of the foremost Radiation Oncologist in New Delhi, India. The doctor holds over 16 years of experience and is associated with Venkateshwar Hospital.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Precision Beam Radiotherapy
  • Diploma in Palliative Medicine from Cardiff University, UK

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Maulana Azad Medical College
  • MD - Maulana Azad Medical College

Hospital Address :

Venkateshwar Hospital, Sector 18, Sector 18A, Dwarka, Delhi, India

Dr. Anusheel Munshi

Oncologist

, Delhi, India

24 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Anusheel Munshi is one of the most skillful Oncologist in New Delhi, India. The doctor holds over 15 years of experience and is associated with Manipal Hospital, Dwarka.

Association and Memberships Dr. Anusheel Munshi is part of:

  • Journal Cancer Research Therapeutics (Journal of AROI)
  • American society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
  • European Society of Therapeutic radiology and oncology (ESTRO)
  • European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)
  • Neuro-oncology Society of India (NOSI)
  • National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS)
  • Society of Cancer Research and Communication (SCRAC)

Certifications :

  • National Academy of Medical Sciences(NMAMS)
  • DNB - National Board of Examination, New Delhi

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD

Hospital Address :

Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Palam Vihar, Sector 6 Dwarka, Dwarka, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Anusheel Munshi

  • Dr. Anusheel is a senior radiation oncologist specialized in Neurological Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Thoracic Cancer
  • Dr. Anusheel’s field of expertise includes High Precision radiotherapy – Stereotactic radiotherapy, 4D Treatments, IGRT, IMRT, BrachyTherapy, and Breast, Brain & Lung Cancers
  • Dr. Anusheel has recieved various awards & recognitions such as Dr. Satya Pal Agarwal Gold Medal for topping in DNB(Radiation Oncology) examination, Silver Medal (First Order) in MD(Radiation Oncology) examination, etc.
  • He has been published in many articles in various national & international journals like in an awareness article on awareness and symptoms this World Lung Cancer Day.
  • He is a member of Journal Cancer Research Therapeutics (Journal of AROI), ASCO, ESTRO, ESMO, NOSI, MNAMS and SCRAC.
Dr. B Krishnamoorthy Reddy

Oncologist

, Bangalore, India

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr B Krishnamoorthy Reddy is one of the leading Radiation Oncologist in Bengaluru, India. The medical specialist holds over 30 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta.

Association and Memberships Dr. B Krishnamoorthy Reddy is part of:

  • Association of Medical Physicists of India (AMPI)
  • Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
  • Indian Society of Oncology (ISO)
  • Indian College of Radiation Oncology (ICRO)
  • Bangalore Oncology Group (BOG)

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road - Best Hospital in bangalore, Krishnaraju Layout, Amalodbhavi Nagar, Panduranga Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. B Krishnamoorthy Reddy

  • SRT, Brachytherapy (Internal Radiation Therapy), Brachytherapy (Gyneac, Head & Neck, Breast Malignancies), Breast Cancer Management, & Genitourinary Malignancies
  • Treatment of Central Nervous System Tumors, Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT), Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT), & Stereotactic Body RadioTherapy (SBRT)
  • Member of AMPI, AROI, ISO, ICRO, (BOG), Indian Medical Association (IMA), and American Society of Therapeutic Radiation Oncology(ASTRO).
  • Dr. B Krishnamoorthy Reddy, Chief Radiation Oncologist, has over 30 years of expertise.
  • He has mentored a number of Radiation Oncology residents and taught undergraduates, postgraduates, MD, and DM students.
  • Several of Dr. Reddy's research papers have been published in prestigious national and international peer-reviewed journals.
  • Dr. Reddy has treated more than 30000 patients of various types of cancer.
Dr. T Surendra Reddy

Oncologist

, Bangalore, India

13 Years of experience

Speaks: Telugu , English

 


Dr T Surendra Reddy is one of the leading Radiation Oncologist in Bengaluru, India. The medical specialist holds over 13 years of experience and is associated with BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. T Surendra Reddy is part of:

  • Andhra Pradesh Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • DNB

Hospital Address :

BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Sunkalpalya, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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About Radiation Oncologist

A radiation oncologist is a physician who specializes in the controlled use of ionizing radiation for the treatment of cancer. Radiation oncology is a branch of oncology, which is often used in combination with the other two branches of medical oncology and surgical oncology to treat a cancer patient.

A radiation oncologist works alongside medical oncologist, surgical oncologist, radiologists, interventional radiologists, internal medicine specialists as well as physicists who form a part of multidisciplinary cancer team at the hospital. The team, based on the patient’s clinical status, develop a comprehensive treatment plan. A radiation oncologist determines the dosage and delivery method of radiation therapy to be given to the patient as per the current clinical status and medical history.

Procedures Performed

Based on the area of specialization, a radiation oncologist offers procedure not limited to the following:

  • Brachytherapy
  • Internal modulated radiation therapy (IMRT)
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery
  • Stereotactic body radiotherapy (Cyberknife, Gammaknife, X-knife)
  • Proton therapy
  • Radiation therapy
  • 3D conformal radiation
  • Adaptive radiation therapy (ART)
  • Proton therapy
  • Radioactive iodine therapy
  • Radionucleotide therapy

Top Radiation Oncologists

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Rajendra KumarFortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi
Dr. Necla DemirMedicana Sivas Hospital, Sivas
Dr. Emel Ceylan GunayLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Kirti Ranjan MohantyStar Hospitals, Hyderabad
Dr. Nuran BeseAcibadem Maslak Hospital, Istanbul
Dr. Aysen AydinMedicana Konya Hospital, Konya
Dr. Subodh Chandra PandeArtemis Health Institute , Gurugram
Dr. Nirasha ChiranjanLenmed Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital, Johannesburg

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Which are some of the procedures performed by Radiation Oncologists?
Which are some of the conditions treated by Radiation Oncologist?

Most common conditions performed by radiation oncologists are:

  • Functional Abnormalities and Small Tumors of the Brain
  • Gastrointestinal Cancers
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Lung Tumours
  • Eye Cancer
  • Prostate Tumours
  • Pancreas Tumours
  • Kidney Tumours
  • Head and Neck Cancers
  • Cancers near the Brain and Spinal Cord
  • Liver Tumours
  • Uterine Cancer
  • Spine Tumours
  • Lung Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Head And Neck Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Brain Cancer
  • Brain Tumours
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Abnormalities in the Brain
  • Tumors
Who is a Radiation Oncologist?

A radiation oncologist is a specialist doctor who uses ionizing radiation in the treatment of cancer. Radiation oncology is one of the 3 primary specialties, including medical and surgical oncology, involved in the treatment of cancer. Also, radiation could be given either alone or together with chemotherapy and/or surgery. It can also be used palliatively, to provide relief in patients with incurable cancers.

A radiation oncologist might also use radiation for the treatment of some benign diseases, such as benign tumors. In some countries, radiotherapy and chemotherapy are performed by a single oncologist called a "clinical oncologist". Radiation oncologists work closely with other doctors such as interventional radiologists, surgical oncologists, internal medicine subspecialists, medical oncologists, and medical physicists as part of the multi-disciplinary cancer team.

Radiation oncologists have four years of oncology-specific training, and oncologists who provide chemotherapy have 2 years of additional training in cancer care while doing fellowship after internal medicine residency. A radiation oncologist works very closely with surgeons, medical oncologists, and other doctors to find the most appropriate course of treatment for cancer.

What are the qualifications of a Radiation Oncologist?

Radiotherapy training focuses on the treatment of solid tumors in terms of radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and palliative care in most states. A person needs to complete five and half years of MBBS course which also includes in-service comprehensive training and a university-level exam.

After completing MBBS interested candidate who wants to join the profession as Radiation Oncologist needs to undergo a post-graduation course in oncology like MD (Radiotherapy) or MD (Oncology) followed by DM (Medical Oncology). MD Radiation oncology specialists are the most proficient oncologists providing radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

What conditions do Radiation oncologists treat?

A radiation oncologist can treat a wide variety of conditions listed below:

  • Bone cancer
  • Brain tumor
  • Breast cancer
  • Colorectal cancer
  • Esophageal cancer
  • Head and neck cancers
  • Leukemia
  • Prostate Tumours
  • Pancreas Tumours
  • Kidney Tumours
  • Gastrointestinal Cancers
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Lung Tumours
  • Liver Tumours
  • Uterine Cancer
  • Spine Tumours
  • Eye Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Brain Cancer
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Rectal Cancer
What diagnostic tests are required by Radiation oncologists?

Diagnostic tests are used to detect cancer in its initial stages, and a person shows no symptoms. This process is called early detection and cancer screening tests. These can sometimes help find whether a tumor would become cancer.

Some common diagnostic tests ordered by a radiation oncologist are:

  • Computed tomography (CT) scan
  • X-rays or other radiographic tests
  • Mammography
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan
  • Breast MRI
  • Nuclear medicine scans (such as PET scans, bone scans, Thyroid scans, gallium scans, MUGA scans)
  • Ultrasound
When should you visit a Radiation Oncologist?

Radiation oncologists treat different kinds of cancer. If you are diagnosed with any of the following conditions, you need to see a radiation oncologist. You should see an oncologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms:

  • Weight changes, or unintended loss or gain
  • Changes in bowel/bladder habits
  • Lump or area of thickening
  • Persistent cough, trouble breathing
  • Skin changes like yellowing, redness or darkening of the skin
  • Sores that are not healing, or changes in existing moles
  • Fatigue
  • Breast changes
What can you expect from your first visit with a Radiation Oncologist?

During your first visit, a radiation oncologist will review your all medical records and x-rays, and carry out a physical exam. The oncologist doctor will talk about their findings and will decide what treatment plan would be best for you.

You may expect to have radiation treatments five days a week for about 6-7 weeks. Each visit lasts for 10 to 30 minutes, but you may be given radiation for 1-2 minutes per session. Many small doses are given to help protect the healthy cells in the area being treated, and the two-day break from treatment allows normal cells to recover. The radiation oncologist will review your condition every week to see how your body is acting to the treatment.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Radiation Oncologist?

A radiation oncologist can perform a number of procedures as listed below:

  • Cyberknife, X-knife, Gammaknife
  • Proton therapy
  • Radiation therapy
  • Brachytherapy
  • Internal modulated radiation therapy
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery
  • Proton therapy
  • Radioactive iodine therapy
  • 3D conformal radiation
  • Adaptive radiation therapy
  • Radionucleotide therapy

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Who is a Radiation Oncologist?

A radiation oncologist is a specialist doctor who uses ionizing radiation in the treatment of cancer. Radiation oncology is one of the 3 primary specialties, including medical and surgical oncology, involved in the treatment of cancer. Also, radiation could be given either alone or together with chemotherapy and/or surgery. It can also be used palliatively, to provide relief in patients with incurable cancers.

A radiation oncologist might also use radiation for the treatment of some benign diseases, such as benign tumors. In some countries, radiotherapy and chemotherapy are performed by a single oncologist called a "clinical oncologist". Radiation oncologists work closely with other doctors such as interventional radiologists, surgical oncologists, internal medicine subspecialists, medical oncologists, and medical physicists as part of the multi-disciplinary cancer team.

Radiation oncologists have four years of oncology-specific training, and oncologists who provide chemotherapy have 2 years of additional training in cancer care while doing fellowship after internal medicine residency. A radiation oncologist works very closely with surgeons, medical oncologists, and other doctors to find the most appropriate course of treatment for cancer.

What are the qualifications of a Radiation Oncologist?

Radiotherapy training focuses on the treatment of solid tumors in terms of radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and palliative care in most states. A person needs to complete five and half years of MBBS course which also includes in-service comprehensive training and a university-level exam.

After completing MBBS interested candidate who wants to join the profession as Radiation Oncologist needs to undergo a post-graduation course in oncology like MD (Radiotherapy) or MD (Oncology) followed by DM (Medical Oncology). MD Radiation oncology specialists are the most proficient oncologists providing radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

What conditions do Radiation oncologists treat?

A radiation oncologist can treat a wide variety of conditions listed below:

  • Bone cancer
  • Brain tumor
  • Breast cancer
  • Colorectal cancer
  • Esophageal cancer
  • Head and neck cancers
  • Leukemia
  • Prostate Tumours
  • Pancreas Tumours
  • Kidney Tumours
  • Gastrointestinal Cancers
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Lung Tumours
  • Liver Tumours
  • Uterine Cancer
  • Spine Tumours
  • Eye Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Brain Cancer
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Rectal Cancer
What diagnostic tests are required by Radiation oncologists?

Diagnostic tests are used to detect cancer in its initial stages, and a person shows no symptoms. This process is called early detection and cancer screening tests. These can sometimes help find whether a tumor would become cancer.

Some common diagnostic tests ordered by a radiation oncologist are:

  • Computed tomography (CT) scan
  • X-rays or other radiographic tests
  • Mammography
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan
  • Breast MRI
  • Nuclear medicine scans (such as PET scans, bone scans, Thyroid scans, gallium scans, MUGA scans)
  • Ultrasound
When should you visit a Radiation Oncologist?

Radiation oncologists treat different kinds of cancer. If you are diagnosed with any of the following conditions, you need to see a radiation oncologist. You should see an oncologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms:

  • Weight changes, or unintended loss or gain
  • Changes in bowel/bladder habits
  • Lump or area of thickening
  • Persistent cough, trouble breathing
  • Skin changes like yellowing, redness or darkening of the skin
  • Sores that are not healing, or changes in existing moles
  • Fatigue
  • Breast changes
What can you expect from your first visit with a Radiation Oncologist?

During your first visit, a radiation oncologist will review your all medical records and x-rays, and carry out a physical exam. The oncologist doctor will talk about their findings and will decide what treatment plan would be best for you.

You may expect to have radiation treatments five days a week for about 6-7 weeks. Each visit lasts for 10 to 30 minutes, but you may be given radiation for 1-2 minutes per session. Many small doses are given to help protect the healthy cells in the area being treated, and the two-day break from treatment allows normal cells to recover. The radiation oncologist will review your condition every week to see how your body is acting to the treatment.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Radiation Oncologist?

A radiation oncologist can perform a number of procedures as listed below:

  • Cyberknife, X-knife, Gammaknife
  • Proton therapy
  • Radiation therapy
  • Brachytherapy
  • Internal modulated radiation therapy
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery
  • Proton therapy
  • Radioactive iodine therapy
  • 3D conformal radiation
  • Adaptive radiation therapy
  • Radionucleotide therapy