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Radiation therapy is designed to help kill cancerous cells, shrink tumors and alleviate symptoms for cancer patients. Many people who are diagnosed with cancer receive radiation therapy as part of their treatment plan as it is used in the management of many different types and stages of cancer. 

Finding a Radiation Therapy Specialist in Florida

When looking for a radiation therapy team you want to seek out facilities that not only have the latest machines and advanced technologies but also a well-trained and experienced team to support you. Even the best equipment needs expert hands to be exceptionally effective. 

At Moffitt Cancer Center, our Radiation Oncology Program is accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR) so you can be certain our team is exceptionally qualified to perform and administer radiation treatments. The members of our multispecialty radiation oncology team are not only experts at radiation therapy, but many specialize in treating specific cancer types. That means they understand the unique challenges patients face and have unmatched experience and expertise in treating a patient’s particular disease. 

Our radiation oncology team consists of: 

  • Radiation oncologist
  • Radiation therapists
  • Dosimetrists
  • Physicists
  • Nursing specialists

Latest Treatment Options 

Powered by intense beams of energy, radiation therapy is directed precisely at a tumor site with the goal is to damage the genetic materials that control the growth and division of the cancerous cells, while minimizing the effects on surrounding healthy tissue. Depending on a patient’s needs it can be used in several ways at different times throughout cancer treatment.

At Moffitt our team utilizes Trilogy, Truebeam, Novalis, Oncor and Clinac machines, to offer a full spectrum of radiation oncology treatments. This includes: 

  • External radiotherapy
  • Internal radiotherapy (brachytherapy)
  • Radiopharmaceuticals
  • INTRABEAM® breast cancer radiation treatment
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery
  • Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT)

Why Choose Moffitt for Radiation Therapy?

Moffitt is the leading cancer hospital in Florida according to U.S. News & World Report. We have multiple locations across the Tampa Bay area where patients can conveniently receive their radiation treatment. 

Moffitt also has doctors who specialize in specific cancer types all under one roof. This means that they can easily work together to develop a personalized treatment plan for each patient. For example, when a patient is referred for esophageal treatment, a surgeon, medical oncologist, gastroenterologist and radiation oncologist might all see the patient to determine the best option for treatment. Since many patients will receive radiation before or after surgery, the radiation oncologist can collaborate closely with the team.

To learn more or consult with the radiation specialists at Moffitt Cancer Center, complete a new patient registration form online or call 1-888-663-3488. We provide access to a cancer expert within one day.

Radiation Therapy