At the Radiation Oncology Center within the Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, we combine state-of-the-art technology with the expertise of highly skilled radiation oncologists. Our goal is to deliver precise, effective cancer treatment while preserving the health of surrounding organs and tissues. Each patient receives a customized treatment plan tailored to their specific diagnosis, ensuring that radiation therapy is both effective and as minimally invasive as possible.
Our team of dedicated radiation oncologists, medical physicists and therapists specializes in cutting-edge radiation therapy techniques. With advanced training in modern oncology, we are committed to reducing side effects while delivering targeted treatment to eliminate cancer cells. When you choose our center, you’re choosing an approach backed by decades of experience, industry-moving innovation and patient-first care.
Radiation oncology is a highly specialized field of medicine that utilizes carefully controlled radiation to treat cancer. Depending on the type and stage of cancer, this therapy is used either as a standalone treatment or in combination with surgery and chemotherapy. Our radiation oncologists are experts in delivering precise doses of radiation to shrink tumors, destroy cancer cells, and prevent recurrence, all while minimizing damage to healthy tissue. At our Radiation Oncology Center, we offer some of the most advanced radiation technologies available today, making treatment safer, more effective and more comfortable for patients long-term.
Our radiation oncologists are among the most respected specialists in the region. They bring extensive experience in treating a wide variety of cancers. Their expertise ensures that patients receive the highest standard of care using the latest advancements in radiation therapy.
At the Radiation Oncology Center, we offer some of the most advanced radiation therapy technologies available worldwide. Each technology is designed to target cancer cells with unmatched precision, leading to more effective treatment while minimizing damage to surrounding tissues.
Our 4D CT scanner is a critical tool in radiation treatment planning. This system allows us to track tumors in real time, accounting for natural body movements like breathing. This ensures that radiation is delivered with extreme precision, improving treatment accuracy and reducing side effects.
The CyberKnife® is one of the most advanced non-invasive radiation technologies in the world. Unlike traditional radiation systems, CyberKnife® uses a robotic arm to deliver high-dose radiation with pinpoint accuracy. This allows us to treat tumors that were previously considered inoperable, including those in the brain, spine, lungs and liver.
The TrueBeam system represents the next generation of radiation therapy, offering greater accuracy and shorter treatment times. By delivering radiation more precisely, TrueBeam allows for faster, more comfortable sessions with improved cancer-targeting capabilities.
IGRT combines radiation therapy with real-time imaging to ensure that each treatment session is as accurate as possible. By taking daily images before each treatment, our team can adapt radiation delivery to account for changes in the tumor’s position, improving effectiveness while protecting surrounding healthy tissues.
VMAT (also known as RapidArc®) is an advanced radiation therapy technique that delivers treatment in a continuous 360-degree rotation. This allows radiation to be administered more quickly, typically in under two minutes, reducing the time patients need to remain still while maximizing treatment effectiveness.
IMRT is a highly precise radiation therapy that uses computer-controlled beams to shape radiation doses to match the exact size and shape of a tumor. This technique allows for higher radiation doses to be delivered to cancerous tissue while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy areas, making it particularly useful for head, neck, and prostate cancers.
SBRT delivers high-dose radiation to small, well-defined tumors over a shorter treatment period (typically two to five sessions). This technique is especially effective for lung, liver, and spinal tumors, offering superior precision and minimal side effects compared to traditional radiation therapy.
We are committed to making world-class cancer treatment accessible to as many patients as possible. In addition to our Savannah location, we also provide radiation oncology services at our Bluffton and Hilton Head, S.C., centers. No matter where you choose to receive care, you can trust that our team is dedicated to providing the highest level of expertise and support.
A cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. At the Radiation Oncology Center, our team of specialists is here to provide expert guidance, cutting-edge treatment, and compassionate care. Whether you’re seeking a second opinion or exploring treatment options for yourself or a loved one, we encourage you to reach out.
