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What are the Advantages of TomoTherapy®?

If you have been diagnosed with cancer, you may need radiation therapy as part of your treatment plan. Cochise Oncology is proud to offer TomoTherapy®, an innovative method of delivering radiation therapy for cancer.

At Cochise Oncology, our goal is to provide patients with the most effective treatment for their cancer. We use cutting-edge systems like TomoTherapy® to achieve that goal. But since there are a variety of radiation therapy systems available, you may be wondering about the advantages of TomoTherapy®.

What is TomoTherapy®?

TomoTherapy® is an advanced form of radiation therapy that uses focused radiation beams to treat cancer. It is an integrated system that combines intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), precise patient positioning, and CT scanning.

TomoTherapy® is an effective treatment for various types of cancer but is commonly used to treat prostate cancer, brain tumors, and head and neck tumors.

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What Are the Advantages of TomoTherapy®?

The primary advantage of TomoTherapy® is its ability to precisely target the cancer cells while sparing the surrounding healthy tissue. The built-in CT system increases the accuracy of the treatment as it provides 3D images of the tumor at each treatment session. This verifies the position of the tumor so that the radiation can be focused directly on the target.

TomoTherapy® has a helical delivery system. The device rotates around the patient during treatment and takes 3D images that help identify the position of the tumor in real-time.

Unlike conventional radiotherapy that emits large beams of radiation from a few directions, TomoTherapy® delivers hundreds of pencil beams of radiation from all angles. As a result, the radiation focuses on the tumor and is less likely to affect nearby healthy tissue.

Using the 3-D images, our radiation oncologists can adjust the radiation to match the contours of the tumor to enhance the accuracy and effectiveness of the treatment.

The delivery capability of the TomoTherapy® system improves clinical outcomes. Since there is less damage to healthy tissue and organs, there are potentially fewer side effects and complications.

TomoTherapy® is an innovative system that provides the accuracy required to target and attack cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue. It can also effectively treat cancer anywhere in the body.

TomoTherapy® is one of the most advanced forms of radiation therapy. The system helps our radiation oncologists create a unique treatment plan for each patient and provide the best possible care.

Testimonials

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At Cochise Oncology, we know optimal cancer treatment places the patient first – and our patients experience this every day. Read what our satisfied patients are saying about their experiences at Cochise Oncology.

From the time I walked in the door, I was treated with care and compassion. The gals up front knew my name from the second day on. Everyone I came in contact with was super! I saw a smiling, kind, compassionate and knowledgeable face from the time I walked in, to the time I walked out. When I asked a question - I got an answer. I was scared. I was anxious. They handled me with grace and that isn't easy. I saw the staff for one reason or another for 30 days straight. I never saw grumpy, angry or an unkind face. I'm getting ready to start the rest of my treatment. I go to my appointments knowing I'm in good - no great hands!

The ladies that work the front desk are very nice and go above and beyond. My Father is a Veteran had some issues navigating the VA system. They called Antonio on his cellphone who is their PR person and a Vet himself he walked my Father through the process in terms a old soldier would understand which my Father really appreciated. Everything got approved for his treatments and he has a new friend to meet up with at the VFW!!! Having them go that extra step made all the difference. THANK YOU COCHISE ONCOLOGY!!!

Fantastic staff! Receptionists are very professional. They are knowledgeable as to my copay amount and always provide me with a receipt. Very friendly! Dr. Klarnett is extremely friendly, very compassionate and providing me with solutions to my problem. Casey the insurance verification clerk is outstanding in regards to prior authorization. Explains in detail what is involved in your treatment plan, co-pays, and penalty if you do not show up for treatment. It's good to know your out of pocket charge if you don't follow her instructions. Meagan is super nurse! Always so friendly. Always a smile on her face while she is multitasking in between patients. Very compassionate, personal, and a joy to talk to. Overall I like coming here for my labs and care.

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Would you like to find out if TomoTherapy® treatment would be right for you? Reach out to Cochise Oncology at (520) 803-6644 or fill out the consultation form on this page.