

Texas Oncology is a leader in groundbreaking cancer research and clinical trials in Texas, paving the way for new breakthroughs in cancer care.
Consultation
During the initial consultation, you will meet with the radiation oncologist to discuss your medical history and treatment plan. It’s helpful to bring your medical records and any questions you might have.
CT simulation
After the consultation, there will be a simulation session using a CT scanner. This session allows the radiation oncologist and radiation therapist to see the area to be treated. Temporary marks are made on your skin with magic markers to guide the delivery of radiation therapy.
Treatment planning
Between the simulation and treatment, planning occurs during this time. This involves using computerized systems to ensure accurate doses of radiation are delivered while protecting healthy tissue.
Radiation treatment
Radiation therapy involves lying still in a specialized immobilization device while a radiation medical device targets the tumor. Treatments are typically given daily and take roughly 15-30 minutes.
Trusted expertise
Our specialists trained at leading institutions across the country. They bring their extensive knowledge and experience to each patient.
Personalized attention
With our care team, you receive an individualized evaluation and care plan. We are with you and your loved ones at every step, from diagnosis to treatment and beyond.
Experts close to home
We make it as easy as possible to access the care you need. With locations across the state, you are likely to find a provider near where you live and work.
At Texas Oncology, our radiation therapy program lies at the heart of our commitment to delivering advanced cancer treatments. Our radiation oncologists and therapists specialize in diagnosing and treating a variety of cancers, from brain to prostate. Your provider tailors each visit to your needs and treatment goals.
What sets Texas Oncology apart is our collaborative, patient-centered approach. With more than 550 physicians across the state, our patients receive world-class care close to home.
When you seek care with us, you can expect a personalized care plan, a dedicated team alongside you, and the latest advancements in cancer treatment, all designed to support you.
Radiation oncologists at Texas Oncology treat many conditions including but not limited to:
Texas Oncology’s team of radiation oncologists take an integrated and multidisciplinary approach to treating cancers, offering different types of radiation therapy:
External beam radiation therapy: A treatment that uses high-energy X-rays or electron beams at specific parts of the body where the tumor is located.
Internal radiation therapy: A type of radiation therapy that places sealed radioactive materials close or inside the tumor. This delivers a higher dose of radiation to the cancerous area than external radiation treatments. Internal radiation therapy is often used to treat breast, prostate, skin, and gynecological cancers.
Brachytherapy: This type of treatment involves inserting radioactive sources near or into the tumor to kill cancer cells.
Low-dose radiation therapy: A radiation treatment that uses a lower dose of radiation while minimizing potential damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
Radiopharmaceuticals: Medications delivered via pill, injection, or infusion that target and destroy cancer at the cellular level.
Radiation therapy at Texas Oncology offers numerous benefits for cancer treatment, leveraging leading-edge technology and expertise to deliver effective care. Radiation therapy works by targeting and destroying cancer cells, shrinking tumors, and, in some cases, eliminating them entirely. Texas Oncology utilizes advanced techniques to target cancerous areas while minimizing damage to surrounding tissues.
At Texas Oncology, our care team is here for you. Your team may be composed of radiation oncologists, physicists, and dosimetrists who calculate precise doses of radiation to ensure your therapy is tailored to your tumor.
Radiation oncologists use targeted radiation therapy to destroy cancer cells while preserving surrounding healthy tissue. After surgery, a radiation oncologist may deliver targeted radiation to lymph nodes where cancer cells may have spread.
Consultation
During the initial consultation, you will meet with the radiation oncologist to discuss your medical history and treatment plan. It’s helpful to bring your medical records and any questions you might have.
CT simulation
After the consultation, there will be a simulation session using a CT scanner. This session allows the radiation oncologist and radiation therapist to see the area to be treated. Temporary marks are made on your skin with magic markers to guide the delivery of radiation therapy.
Treatment planning
Between the simulation and treatment, planning occurs during this time. This involves using computerized systems to ensure accurate doses of radiation are delivered while protecting healthy tissue.
Radiation treatment
Radiation therapy involves lying still in a specialized immobilization device while a radiation medical device targets the tumor. Treatments are typically given daily and take roughly 15-30 minutes.
Trusted expertise
Our specialists trained at leading institutions across the country. They bring their extensive knowledge and experience to each patient.
Personalized attention
With our care team, you receive an individualized evaluation and care plan. We are with you and your loved ones at every step, from diagnosis to treatment and beyond.
Experts close to home
We make it as easy as possible to access the care you need. With locations across the state, you are likely to find a provider near where you live and work.