PennMed Radiation Oncology

Radiation Oncology Moves to the Perelman Center
On Monday, June 23rd, the Department of Radiology Oncology will treat the first patients in its new home in the Perelman Center. Occupying approximately 80,000 square feet on the Concourse Level, the new treatment facilities will include not only the most advanced conventional radiation treatment modalities available but also public spaces designed for the highest levels of patient comfort. Completion of the treatment center move will continue during June and July. In this transition period, all patients will see a physician in Founders for consultation, go to the Perelman Center for simulation and treatment, and finally return to Founders for follow-up.

Treatment appointments will continue in the Donner building until the clinic officially closes on July 31st. Consultations and follow up appointments will continue in Ground Founders until January 2009, when the multi-specialty clinics open in the Perelman Center.

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Our overall philosophy is that patients come first --whether that is with patient care, research or education. The cutting edge treatment we provide is just one facet of all that we have to offer. We strive to take care of every aspect of our patients’ needs and we are proud of the professional dedication of our physicians, faculty, and staff. We hope that you will explore this website to learn more about the Department of Radiation Oncology at Penn. Please call 1-800-789-PENN to make an appointment to see one of our excellent physicians.

       Steve Hahn, M.D.
       Chairman
       Department of Radiation Oncology

Click here for a more detailed CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE.

Click here for the Dept. of Radiation Oncology Mission Statement, Vision Statement and Values

Click here to find the Centers of Excellence— faculty members specializing in treating your type of cancer.

The Department of Radiation Oncology features:

Advanced techniques in radiation therapy targeting and delivery, including: Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), high dose rate (HDR) and low dose rate (LDR) brachytherapy, partial breast irradiation (Mammosite), stereotactic radiotherapy, Cyberknife, and Gamma Knife radiosurgery. The Department is also actively building a highly advanced Proton Treatment Facility - the Roberts Proton Facility - to be located within the new Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine (Please click here for an explanation of the benefits of Protons, and views of the new Facility currently under construction.)
A network of treatment facilities, so that we are certain there will be one nearby should you prefer the convenience of a Penn physician closer to home. (Please click here to link to network treatment sites.)
Interdisciplinary and integrated care: For most cancers, your treatment will be given in close consultation with our colleagues in medical and surgical oncology, so that you can benefit from our close collaboration and integration of treatment plans.
A research program second to none. We offer protocols for many treatment sites, including studies that are open to patients who have previously received radiation therapy. Our scientists are at the forefront of investigating cancer biology in order to help develop the effective treatments of tomorrow. (Please click here for exciting Discoveries and Research Projects presented at our Annual Dept of Radiation Oncology Research Retreats.)
A team of dedicated and caring professionals to look after your every need, from doctors and nurses to therapists, nutritionists, and social workers. Our strong reputation enables us to attract the finest and most well-trained individuals --the “cream of the crop”-- to deliver your care.
The Department meticulously ensures patient comfort and welfare. Parking costs during treatment is covered by the Department.
The Department of Radiation Oncology created and continues to lead Oncolink (www.oncolink.com), the top-rated cancer information website for both patients and physicians.

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