SERO’s providers understand cancer treatment can be very confusing. You probably have many questions about radiation therapy, like whether or not you will experience lasting side effects or if your therapy will be effective. These are both valid concerns that your radiation oncologist will address during the initial consultation.
During this meeting, your radiation oncologist will review your medical history and any imaging tests to decide if radiotherapy is an effective treatment option. However, this is also an opportunity for you to decide if radiation therapy is the right fit. To do so, SERO encourages patients to ask lots of questions.
For example, you may ask:
- What kind of radiation therapy will I receive?
- Will I experience any short-term or long-term side effects?
- How often will I undergo radiation therapy?
- Will I need second-line treatments such as chemotherapy or surgery?
The medical professionals at Atrium Health – Levine Cancer Institute – University Radiation Therapy Center will do their best to provide the resources you need to make an informed decision about your cancer treatment.
Reach out to us online to learn more about our radiation oncology services offered at Atrium Health – Levine Cancer Institute – University Radiation Therapy Center.
