MedStar Health: Radiation Oncology at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

Traditional external beam radiation therapy delivered using high-energy X-rays to destroy cancer cells.

Radiation therapy that uses imaging during treatment to improve precision and target accuracy.

Advanced form of radiation that shapes beams to conform to the tumor, sparing surrounding healthy tissue.

Volumetric modulated arc therapy delivering continuous radiation dose in a 360-degree rotation for efficient treatment delivery.

Internal radiation therapy where radioactive sources are placed close to or inside the tumor.

Robotic radiosurgery delivering highly precise, high-dose radiation beams to tumors.

Radiation therapy delivered directly to the tumor site during surgery.

Proton beam therapy using intensity modulation for precise tumor targeting with minimal damage to surrounding tissues.

Radiation treatment for brain and spine tumors using advanced modalities such as proton therapy and CyberKnife.

Radiation treatment for complex gastrointestinal cancers with options including proton therapy, CyberKnife, and intraoperative radiation therapy.

Radiation therapy for lung cancer and thoracic tumors delivered in a multidisciplinary clinic using technologies like proton therapy and CyberKnife.

Radiation treatment for breast cancer offering shortened schedules, partial breast irradiation, proton therapy, and intraoperative radiation therapy.

Precision radiation for prostate cancer using technologies like CyberKnife, proton therapy, IMRT, and brachytherapy within a multidisciplinary care team.

Advanced radiation treatment for head and neck cancers using modalities such as proton therapy and CyberKnife, supported by multidisciplinary care and rehabilitation services.