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Radiation therapy

An oncologist is a type of doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cancer. A treatment Sarah Cannon Cancer Network oncologists may use is radiation therapy, which destroys cancer cells through beams of strong energy.   

Radiation oncology in North Texas

Our oncologists want you to understand your care options, that may include radiation services.

We are HCA Healthcare Sarah Cannon Cancer Network at Medical City Healthcare. Our personalized cancer treatment plans, which may include radiation, work to destroy cancer cells and protect your overall health as much as possible.

Have cancer questions?

We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7, and all calls are confidential.

We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7, and all calls are confidential.

Cancers treated with radiation

Our oncologists use radiation therapy to treat a wide range of cancers, including:

  • Bone cancer
  • Brain cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • Cervical cancer
  • Fallopian tube cancers
  • Head and neck cancer
  • Liver cancer
  • Lung cancer
  • Lymphoma
  • Ovarian cancers
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Prostate cancer
  • Skin cancer
  • Uterine cancer
  • Vaginal cancer
  • Vulvar cancer

Our radiation program

We want you to be well informed during your cancer journey. It is important to know how radiation works and its impact on your health so you can make treatment decisions.

About our radiation therapy services

Radiation therapy affects normal cells and cancer cells alike, but most normal cells can recover from the effects of radiation and function properly afterward. Our team uses the most advanced techniques to preserve healthy cells as much as possible and maximize the effectiveness of your therapy.

Radiation treatment can be given externally through external beam radiotherapy or internally through brachytherapy (the insertion of a radioactive implant near the cancer cells). Our cancer care team will take into account all aspects of your health to decide which type of radiation treatment is right for you.

Side effects of radiation therapy

Your oncologist will explain all the side effects that you may experience, either temporarily or permanently, following any type of cancer treatment. The side effects you experience, however, will depend on your overall treatment plan. For example, if you undergo radiation therapy with chemotherapy, the effects will be different if you had only completed chemotherapy.

Along with your oncologist and other members of your cancer care team, you'll have access to all the resources you need to learn about radiation therapy and other treatment options.

Cancer support

We know a cancer diagnosis affects more than your physical health. That's why cancer support groups are a major part of cancer care at Medical City Healthcare.

About HCA Healthcare Sarah Cannon Cancer Network

Fighting cancer takes a team

 

HCA Healthcare Sarah Cannon Cancer Network delivers you exceptional cancer care through cutting-edge, specialized treatments, multidisciplinary collaboration and care that is tailored to you. Our teams of passionate caregivers and global oncology experts across the United States and United Kingdom offer services and expertise that extend across many types of cancer. Together with the full support of HCA Healthcare – a leading provider of cancer care and research – we’re with you and your family from diagnosis through survivorship.

askSARAH helpline

Have cancer questions? We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7, and all calls are confidential. Contact askSARAH at (972) 202-8877 or learn more about askSARAH online.

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