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Dr. Ibrahim Yildirim

Oncologist

, Bursa, Turkey

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ibrahim Yildirim is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bursa, Turkey. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Bursa Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine 1988
  • Ataturk University University Faculty of Medicine 1995

Hospital Address :

Odunluk Mahallesi, Medicana BURSA HOSPITAL, Akp?nar Caddesi, Nilfer/Bursa, Turkey

Dr. Worawit Chaiwiriyawong

Oncologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

8 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Worawit Chaiwiriyawong is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 8 Years of experience and is associated with .

Dr. Gokhan Yilmazer

Oncologist

, Kocaeli, Turkey

22 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Gokhan Yilmazer is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Kocaeli, Turkey. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Gebze Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education Centennial University Faculty of Medicine - Radiation Oncology

Hospital Address :

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What is the medical expertise of Dr Gokhan Yilmazer?

  • With 14 years of experience, Dr Gokhan Yilmazer is an exceptional radiation oncologist. He has expertise in treating a range of conditions including lung cancer, glioma, breast cancer, gynecological cancers, and prostate cancer.
  • Over the course of his career, Dr Gokhan Yilmazer has published several research papers in journals of repute. These include:
    1. Gökhan Yılmazer, Maruf Nart, Mustafa İzmirli, Alpaslan Yavuz, Alper Can. Investigation of Whole Brain Radiotherapy Results and Prognostic Factors in Patients with Brain Metastasis. Turkish Journal of Oncology 2014;29(2):39-45.
    2. Mustafa İzmirli, Kübra Kılıç, Gökhan Yılmazer, Maruf Nart. Retrospective Analysis of Treatment Outcomes and Prognostic Factors in Gastric Adenocarcinomas Undergoing Post-Surgical Chemoradiotherapy. Turkish Journal of Oncology. 2014, Vol 29, No 4, 137-147.
    3. Gökhan Yılmazer, Erkan Doğan, Maruf Nart. Multiple Primary Tumor: A Case Report. Van Medical Journal: 2015, 22(2): 118-121.

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Dr. Ozge Ozdemir

Oncologist

, Samsun, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ozge Ozdemir is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Samsun Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Graduated from The Faculty and Year of Medicine University of May on Nineteen 2003

Hospital Address :

Yenimahalle Mahallesi, Medicana International Samsun, ?ehit Mesut Birinci Caddesi, Canik/Samsun, Turkey

Dr. Ayse Altinok

Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ayse Altinok is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 19 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Maslak Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ayse Altinok is part of:

  • Turkish Neurooncology Association
  • Turkish Association of Lung Cancer (TAKD)
  • European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology
  • Turkish Radiation Oncology Dlabor (TROD)
  • Istanbul Medical Chamber

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine Radiation Oncology
  • 2000 Ege University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Dar

Dr. K Syed Akram

Oncologist

, Hyderabad, India

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. K Syed Akram is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Hyderabad, India. The doctor has over 8 Years of experience and is associated with Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet.

Association and Memberships Dr. K Syed Akram is part of:

  • Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
  • American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
  • European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
  • American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
  • European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
  • International Association for the study of Lung cancer (IASLC)
  • Radiology society of North America (RSNA)
  • Indian Society of Oncology (ISO)
  • Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC)
  • International Association for Hospice and Palliative Care (IAHPC)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS,
  • MD (Radiation Oncology)

Hospital Address :

Yashoda Hospitals - Malakpet, Jamal Colony, Old Malakpet, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Dr. Akhter Jawade

Oncologist

, Kolkata, India

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Akhter Jawade is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in kolkata, India. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - R.G.Kar Medical College (C.U), 1997
  • MD Radiotherapy - Calcutta University, 2005

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Yildiz Guney

Oncologist

, Ankara, Turkey

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Yildiz Guney is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 23 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Ankara Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Yildiz Guney is part of:

  • Turkish Radiation Oncology Association Board of Directors
  • Turkish Oncology Group
  • National Biochemistry Association
  • Founding Member of the Society of Neuro-Oncology
  • Ankara Breast Disease Association

Qualifications :

  • GAZI UNIVERSITY - Basic Biochemisry Doctorate Training, 1999 - 2002 , Ankara/Turkey
  • ANKARA ONKOLOGY HOSPITAL - Radiation Oncology Specialist Training, 1992 - 1996 , Ankara/Turkey
  • ANKARA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY - Medical Training, 1986 - 1992 , Ankara/Turkey

Hospital Address :

Balgat Mah., Memorial Hospital Ankara, Mevlana Blv. & 1422. Sok., ankaya/Ankara, Turkey

Dr. Sercan Yilmaz

Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Sercan Yilmaz 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 I.A.U VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sercan Yilmaz is part of:

  • Turkish Radiation Oncology Association (TROD)
  • Turkish Thoracic Society (TTD)
  • Turkish Surgical Association
  • ASTRO (American Society for Radiation Oncology)
  • ESTRO (European Society for Radiotherapy & Oncology)

Qualifications :

  • 2006-2012: Ankara University Radiation Oncology Department Ankara
  • 1998-2005: 9 Eylul University Faculty of Medicine Izmir

Hospital Address :

Beyol, .A.

Dr. Dilek Unal

Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Dilek Unal 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 Medipol Mega University Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine, Radiation Oncology, 2011
  • Erciyes University, Faculty of Medicine, 2002

Hospital Address :

Gztepe Mahallesi, Medipol Mega niversite Hastanesi, Metin Sokak, Ba?c?lar/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Petek Erpolat

Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Petek Erpolat is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Ankara Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, 2002
  • Specialization Training - Gazi University School of Medicine, 2007

Hospital Address :

S?tz Mahallesi, Medicana International Ankara, S?tz Cad Eski?ehir Yolu zeri, ankaya/Ankara, Turkey

Dr. Merdan Fayda

Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

22 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Merdan Fayda 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 Liv Hospital Ulus.

Association and Memberships Dr. Merdan Fayda is part of:

  • TROD (Turkish Radiation Oncology Association)
  • ASCO (American Soicety of Clinical Oncology)
  • ASTRO (American Society for Radiation Oncology)
  • ESTRO (European Society for Radiation Oncology)
  • Neuro-Oncology Association

Qualifications :

  • Stereotactic Radiotherapy, Thoracic Oncology, University of North Carolina, NC, USA (2010 – 2011)
  • Kocaeli University Radiation Oncology Department, Associate Professor Assistant (2006 – 2009)
  • GATA Radiation Oncology Department, Specialist Doctor, Reserve Officer (2004 – 2005)
  • Istanbul University, Medical Faculty, Dr.R.A. (1999 – 2004)
  • Istanbul University, Medical Faculty, Under-Graduate (1993 – 1999)

Hospital Address :

Ulus Mahallesi, Liv Hospital Group, Canan Sokak, Beikta/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Fusun Taskin

Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Fusun Taskin is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 17 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem University Hospital Atakent.

Association and Memberships Dr. Fusun Taskin is part of:

  • Turkish Radiology Association
  • Turkish Magnetic Resonance Association
  • National Consortium of Breast Centers
  • Radiologic Society of North America
  • European Society of Radiology
  • European Society of Breast Imaging
  • Aydin Breast Diseases Association

Qualifications :

  • 2003 Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Medicine Radiology
  • 1993 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Halkal Merkez Mahallesi, Acibadem University Hospital Atakent, Halkal Altnehir stanbul Caddesi, K

Dr. Paul Shaw

Oncologist

, Wales, United Kingdom

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Paul Shaw is a specialized Radiation Oncologist in United Kingdom. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in London, United Kingdom. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Rutherford Cancer Centre South Wales.

Association and Memberships Dr. Paul Shaw is part of:

  • Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists
  • Member of the Royal College of Physicians
  • CTRad science workstream committee member
  • Senior team member Cardiff ECMC

Certifications :

  • Dr Shaw trained at Liverpool University Medical School and during this time received Medical Research Council funding to complete an intercalated Physiology degree. His general medical training in Bristol (Frenchay Hospital) lead him to work at the Royal Marsden Hospital and his interest in oncology.

Qualifications :

  • Medical Graduate

Hospital Address :

Rutherford Cancer Centre South Wales, Spooner Close, Coedkernew, Marshfield, Newport, UK

Dr. Jason Lester

Radiation oncologist

, Wales, United Kingdom

17 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Jason Lester is a specialized Medical Oncologist in United Kingdom. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in London, United Kingdom. The doctor has over 17 Years of experience and is associated with Rutherford Cancer Centre South Wales.

Association and Memberships Dr. Jason Lester is part of:

  • Committee member British Thoracic Oncology Steering Group 2011
  • Committee member NCRI lung cancer advanced disease subgroup 2011

Certifications :

  • He trained and qualified in United Medical and Dental Schools of Guyas & St Thomas in 1993. He completed his general medical training in London and the South East of England before moving to Wales in 1997. He joined Velindre Cancer Centre in 1997 and completed his Clinical Oncology training in 2003

Qualifications :

  • Medical Doctor

Hospital Address :

Rutherford Cancer Centre South Wales, Spooner Close, Coedkernew, Marshfield, Newport, UK

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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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Who are the top Radiation Oncologists offering online consultation?

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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