Radiation Oncology Center

The Radiation Oncology Center offers comprehensive cancer care services using radiation therapy. The center is staffed by a specialized team of oncologists, nurses, and radiation therapists who provide high-quality care in a modern and safe environment. Here are the key aspects of the center: 

Scope of Service: 

• Radiation therapy, also known as radiotherapy or radiation oncology, is used to treat both malignant and benign tumors. 

• The center offers a combination of therapies, including radiation therapy, surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, to provide the best possible outcome for cancer patients. 

• The team at the center follows an integrative approach, collaborating with surgeons, chemotherapists, radiologists, nutritionists, and specialists in pain and emotional management to deliver personalized and effective treatment plans. 

Diagnosis and Treatment Services: 

• Radiation therapy is effective in the treatment of various types of cancer. It uses ionizing radiation to control or kill cancer cells while minimizing damage to surrounding organs and tissues. 

• The center utilizes teletherapy or external beam therapy, which involves delivering high-energy radiation beams to the tumor from outside the patient's body using a linear accelerator. This technique ensures precise targeting of cancer cells while sparing healthy tissues. 

• The center is equipped with advanced radiation therapy technologies, including EDGE Radiosurgery and LINAC (Linear Accelerator: ELEKTA PRECISE), which provide precise and efficient treatment options. 

• VMAT (Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy) is another advanced technique available at the center, allowing for highly accurate radiation dose adjustments based on the tumor's size, shape, and location. 

• Brachytherapy or internal beam therapy is offered as a short-distance therapy, involving the placement of radioactive material directly inside or near the tumor. This technique can be used alone or in conjunction with other treatments. 

• Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) is used to enhance the precision and accuracy of radiation delivery. Special imaging technology allows for frequent imaging during treatment to ensure precise targeting of the tumor and avoidance of healthy surrounding tissues. 

Benefits of Radiation Oncology: 

• Radiation therapy improves treatment efficiency by delivering high doses of radiation precisely to the tumor. 

• It reduces side effects by limiting radiation exposure to surrounding organs and tissues. 

• Brachytherapy is a less invasive procedure that can be performed on an outpatient basis. 

• IGRT improves the accuracy of radiation delivery and minimizes damage to healthy tissues. 

The Radiation Oncology Center at Wattanosoth Hospital is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized radiation therapy services for cancer patients. The center's experienced team, advanced technologies, and comprehensive approach to cancer care ensure the best possible outcomes for patients. 

The Radiation Oncology Center provides advanced cancer care using radiation therapy, including teletherapy, brachytherapy, and IGRT. The center employs a multidisciplinary team and advanced technologies like EDGE Radiosurgery and LINAC, ensuring precise, personalized treatment and improved patient outcomes.