Our Advanced Oncology Associates team of radiation oncologists at Mat-Su Valley Cancer Center have over 80 years of combined experience. At Mat-Su Valley Cancer Center we understand and encourage patients to research cancer treatment options. Our commitment is to assist patients in making an informed decision that is tailored to their individual situation, a decision that yields the best possible outcome. Varian Medical Systems, the world’s leader in radiation therapy equipment, manufactures the most advanced and versatile radiation therapy delivery system avaialbe, the TrueBeamTM system. At Mat-Su Valley Cancer Center we chose the most advanced model in the TrueBeam lineup to better serve paients in Alaska.
Just as the name sounds clean and precise, the procedure is exactly that as well. TrueBeam provides you with a non-invasive, radiation therapy treatment option through the latest and most advanced technology. TrueBeam is utilized as primary treatment, as neoadjuvant (prior to surgery) treatment, or as adjuvant (after surgery) in the management of both benign and malignant (cancer) tumors. It is fast, precise, and comfortable for our patients. TrueBeam combines the most advanced onboard imaging technology with the most accurate radiation therapy delivery and motion management systems to accurately track and destroy tumors throughout the body, including those in the brain, lung, breast, colon, pancreas, liver, and other areas. Using all of these systems together allows Mat-Su Valley Cancer Center’s Medical Director, Dr. Bob Sollaccio, to deliver cancer treatments quickly, accurately (<1mm), and safely fwhile monitoring and compensating for tumor motion in realtime. Mat-Su Valley Cancer Center’s top of the line TrueBeam is capable of delivering radiation therapy up to 400% faster than most radiation therapy units. For example, when targeting tumors with Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT), aka Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR) patients at Mat-Su Valley Cancer Center can expect treatment times in the 45-90 second range, compared to 30-60 minutes on treatment units lacking our TrueBeam’s imaging, radiaton therapy delivery, and motion tracking systemts. In addition to best possible outcomes, our patients experience maximum comfort.
TrueBeam utilizes highly focused beams of high-dose radiation therapy in the exact size and shape of the tumor to dstroy cancerous cells while minimizing potential harmful effects to surrounding tissue. Benefits to our patients include:
The TrueBeam radiation therapy delivery system is the most versatile system available in the world. This versatility allows our radiation oncologists the ability to individualize your treatment plan based on your needs. All radiation therapy options are able to be delivered with speed and precision to give you best possible outcomes, improved comfort, and better quality of life. TrueBeam can be used for:
One of the best benefits of the TrueBeam system is its advanced instant 3D and 4D imaging capabilities that allows our radiation oncologists to actually see the tumor and follow any minor movement. It provides higher precision in treatment delivery even from the normal movement of your chest when you breathe. The system performs accuracy checks every ten milliseconds throughout the entire treatment. TrueBeam imaging technology can produce the three-dimensional images used to fine-tune tumor targeting in 60% less time than previous Varian imaging technology.
The mobility and tracking features of the TrueBeam System and its precise high-doses of radiation therapy lead to a more comfortable cancer treatment experience for you. But the speed and efficiency of the TrueBeam are just part of what enhances your comfort. It operates quietly and provides built-in music capabilities so you can listen to music during your treatment. You are under constant visual monitoring and two-way communication with the therapist who operates the system using three closed-circuit television systems and a two-way audio system.
Find out if TrueBeam radiotherapy is the right cancer treatment you. Contact us to ask any questions and to set up your first appointment with one of our radiation oncologist at Mat-Su Valley Cancer Center.