Radiation oncologist
A radiation oncologist is a doctor who specializes in the use of radiation to treat cancer and will be responsible for all aspects of your radiation care. At SunState Medical Specialists, our radiation oncologists have extensive experience with your type of cancer, as well as using the most advanced radiation treatment systems available to treat it.
Radiation oncology is constantly progressing. You may have options today that were not available just a decade ago. Your radiation oncologist will help you understand which treatments are most appropriate for your type of cancer, its size, location and stage. Whether you have surgery or chemotherapy as part of your treatment will also influence which radiation option you ultimately choose.
Your radiation oncologist will work with you and the rest of your team to determine your treatment plan, including the type of radiation treatment, the dosage amounts, the number of treatment sessions, scheduling, and other related details.
Radiation therapist
Radiation therapists play a vital role in your care journey. They are highly trained professionals who deliver your daily radiation treatments with precision, compassion, and attention to detail. Focused on your comfort and safety, radiation therapists work closely with the broader care team to ensure each treatment is tailored to your unique needs—answering questions, addressing concerns, and supporting you every step of the way.
Radiation physicist
Your radiation physicist will work directly with your radiation oncologist to oversee and review the work of the dosimetrist and ensure that complex treatment plans are properly tailored for your specific needs.
Like any type of sophisticated, high-tech equipment, radiation therapy systems need continuous attention. Your radiation physicist is responsible for developing quality control programs to make sure the device used for your radiation therapy is calibrated to deliver exactly the right amount of radiation at every visit. They will also run safety tests on the equipment on a regular basis and review all calculations during your course of treatment.
