South Florida Radiation Oncology & the CyberKnife Center of Florida

Learn about Your Cancer Treatment Options with These Resources

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, South Florida Radiation Oncology is here to help you learn more about your diagnosis and treatment options. If you still have questions, get more information by calling our cancer center at (888) 823-9162 or visit our Resources page, where you can find all these helpful links.  

• Creating a community of openness and support is one of SFRO’s top priorities. Visit this website from one of our partners to learn how you can get involved.
• Learn more about what radiation therapy is and the different options you may have in this article from the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
• The American Cancer Society provides several thorough lists of questions to ask your radiation oncologist for the type of cancer you’ve been diagnosed with.
• Discover helpful information about radiation therapies and treatment options on this Radiation Therapy Alliance website.
• If you’re still unsure which type of radiation therapy is right for you, read this article from an expert radiation oncologist to help inform your decision.

Who is at Risk for Gynecological Cancer?

Gynecological cancers—or those affecting a woman’s reproductive organs—can affect any woman.  There are, however, some factors that act to increase a woman’s risk for these dangerous diseases.  At South Florida Radiation Oncology, our team of radiation oncologists and other professionals is dedicated to not only the treatment of cancer, but also its prevention. Read through the following factors to learn more about your or a loved one’s possible cancer risk and what you can do.

• Tobacco use:  According to the National Cancer Institute, smoking is a leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States.  Women who smoke cigarettes have been shown to be at an increased risk for developing cancer of the cervix, a common gynecological cancer that is estimated to result in more than 4,000 deaths in 2012.
• Previous or current sexually transmitted infection:  Sexually transmitted infections, such as human papillomavirus (HPV), can increase a woman’s risk for developing cancers of the vulva, vagina, and cervix. 
• Family history:  A woman’s risk of gynecological cancer can increase if a close family member, such as a parent or sibling, has also struggled with the disease. 
• Age:  As with many other forms of cancer, risk for gynecological cancers increases with age.  
• Obesity:  In recent years, the percentage of overweight and obese adults in the United States has significantly increased.  In addition to placing women at an increased risk for deadly illnesses such as heart disease, stroke, and adult-onset diabetes, becoming overweight is also known to increase a woman’s risk for endometrial cancer.

Knowing your risk factors for any illness can help you to modify unhealthy habits and take an active role in ensuring a healthy future.  Regular PAP tests and other screenings can also help to detect cancer at its earliest stages.  If you would like to find out more about cancer prevention and treatment, call the experienced physicians and staff of South Florida Radiation Oncology at (888) 823-9162 today.  You can also visit and subscribe to our SFRO blog for more helpful information.

How Radiation Therapy Works Against Cancer

South Florida Radiation Oncology's first priority is to provide the most advanced therapeutic techniques and treatment available for our patients. From CyberKnife® stereotactic radiosurgery to TrueBeam™ technology, our treatments can often provide improved accuracy and patient comfort, while also reducing the time needed in treatment.  If you are scheduled for radiation therapy, you may be wondering how exactly this technology works to fight cancer.  Read through this brief guide to learn more.

Although there are over one hundred types of cancer, all begin the exact same way—as mutated cells that proliferate out of control.  These mutated cells normally divide and grow much faster than normal adult cells; therefore, they must also replicate their genetic material, or DNA, at a faster rate.  To shrink cancerous tumors or prevent their growth, radiation therapy utilizes high-energy radiation to damage the diseased cell’s genetic material.  Once the DNA is compromised, the cell is killed and eliminated naturally by the body.

Unfortunately, the ability of radiation therapy to damage a cell’s DNA is not just limited to cancerous cells.  This form of cancer treatment also has the ability to damage healthy cells surrounding the site of the tumor.  Thanks to recent technological developments, however, beams of therapeutic radiation can now be aimed at the cancer cells with incredible accuracy using state-of-the-art medical imaging.  These new technologies, including the CyberKnife® and others offered at SFRO, can significantly reduce the side effects associated with the radiation treatment of the recent past. 

If you have recently received a cancer diagnosis, or if you have questions about treatment and prevention, do not hesitate in contacting the staff at South Florida Radiation Oncology.  As a team, we focus on the health and well-being of the whole patient, offering support groups, massage therapy, and much more.  Find out more about what we have to offer you and your loved ones by calling us at (888) 823-9162 or visiting our Facebook page.

Why You Should Consider South Florida Radiation Oncology for Your Cancer Treatment

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, you don’t want to settle for anything less than the leading edge cancer care available. At South Florida Radiation Oncology, we offer an experienced and compassionate team of medical professionals who work together to provide patients with comfort, convenience and access to the most cutting-edge cancer treatment in Florida.

• Recognizing the SFRO Difference: With eight outstanding cancer centers across Florida, we have carefully created an unparalleled team of cancer specialists. Every SFRO doctor is a board-certified radiation oncologist, a distinction that sets our team apart from other cancer centers. Radiation Oncologists are able to pool resources, research, and knowledge by communicating openly and passionately.
• Providing More Than Just Treatment: At SFRO, we understand that each patient needs much more than just treatment. We are dedicated to providing each patient with individualized, comprehensive care and offer psychological support during your difficult time.
• Using the Latest and Best Technology: Medicine is one of the most rapidly advancing fields in the modern world, and keeping up with the latest oncology treatment options could mean saving patients’ lives. We seek to offer as many treatment options as possible. To achieve this, our radiation oncologists actively research, learn, and educate each other on the most recent and groundbreaking technologies.
• Creating a Strong Network of Knowledge and Support: Just as we believe in offering full support to each of our cancer center patients, we also believe in supporting the greater oncology community. We seek to create, build, and maintain relationships with the nation’s leading radiation oncology foundations, research centers, and other organizations.

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with cancer, we invite you to experience treatment at Florida’s best cancer center. South Florida Radiation Oncology seeks to make a difference in the lives of every patient. If you’d like to learn more about SFRO, we invite you to visit our Facebook page. If you’re ready to discover the SFRO difference, call us today at (888) 823-9162.

A Look at Lung Cancer Treatment

There are nearly 175,000 Americans diagnosed with lung cancer each year. Although no cure for lung cancer exists today, new technology and treatment options are saving more lives.

In this video, South Florida Radiation Oncology’s founder, Kishore Dass M.D., explains lung cancer treatment and how it has evolved in recent years. He discusses how new technology, such as the CyberKnife, is able to treat the cancer much more efficiently and effectively than in the past.

If you want treatment from Florida’s best cancer center, it’s time to discover the South Florida Radiation Oncology difference. We believe that personalized, attentive, and compassionate care can help our radiation oncologists and patients work together for the best treatment possible. Visit our blog or call us at (888) 823-9162 right away.