radiation oncology Available at Southwest Florida Proton
Provided in partnership with our trusted partner, Advocate Radiation Oncology, proton therapy patients can also access the most technologically advanced outpatient radiation oncology, right here at Southwest Florida Proton.
Providing the most innovative radiotherapy available, delivered by the most experienced physicians, Advocate is the region’s leading locally-owned and –operated oncology practice. Additionally, the Advocate team of world-class radiation oncologists works collaboratively with your other physicians every step of the way to ensure the best experience and outcome.
Individualized cancer treatment plans created in concert with your cancer team can include the latest techniques:
- External Beam Radiotherapy (EBRT) with Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
- Volumetric Arc Therapy (VMAT), using Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
- High-dose Rate Brachytherapy (HDR)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) & Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT)
- Surface-guided Radiation Therapy (SGRT) and Deep-inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH)
Make an appointment with Advocate Radiation Oncology at Southwest Florida Proton Center to learn more.
What is radiation oncology?
If you or a loved one need radiation oncology for the first time, you might be wondering, “What does radiation oncology do?” radiation oncology treatment, also known as radiation therapy oncology, consists of targeted doses of radiation to kill cancer cells. This is done to arrest the growth and prevent the spreading of cancer in the body.
For many types of cancer, it is effective at shrinking tumors, reducing the risk of cancer returning, and reducing symptoms caused by growing tumors. Thanks to advances in radiation oncology, it can even cure a patient’s cancer.
A combination of surgical oncology, medical oncology and radiation oncology is often recommended, and your cancer care team can help you fully understand why they have suggested a particular course of treatment.