Huntersville, NC, Jan. 27, 2016 – Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center announces the addition of radiation oncology to its existing suite of cancer services, including medical oncology, outpatient infusion, surgical oncology, cancer rehabilitation, navigation, counseling and clinical trials. The offering of radiation therapy is part of the hospital’s long-term commitment to bring comprehensive, quality cancer care to Huntersville patients in their own community.
“We are pleased to offer patients in the Huntersville and surrounding area advanced radiation technologies,” said Mike Riley, president of Huntersville Medical Center. “Cancer is a complex disease that often requires coordination across specialties, and we’re committed to making the journey as easy as possible by providing comprehensive care that is close to home.”
Radiation oncologist Kevin Roof, MD, provides radiation therapy in Huntersville using state-of-the-art procedures such as intensity-modulated radiation therapy, volumetric modulated arc therapy, stereotactic body radiation therapy and stereotactic radiotherapy for select brain lesions.
“Approximately half of all cancer patients require radiation therapy as part of their treatment, and it is often prescribed daily over several weeks,” said Roof. “Having this service available in Huntersville allows patients the comfort and convenience of staying close to home throughout treatment.”
If you would like more information about this new service, please call 704-316-6630.
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