Radiation Therapy

The radiation therapy channel covers all aspects of radiation oncology technology. Radiation therapy includes linear accelerators (LINAC), proton therapy, brachytherapy, image guided radiation therapy (IGRT), focused ultrasound, stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), treatment planning systems and tomotherapy.

The radiation oncology community lost a leader this past summer, with the passing of Jay Loeffler, MD, FACR, FASTRO
Feature | Radiation Oncology
In Memoriam: Jay Loeffler, MD, FACR, FASTRO

The radiation oncology community lost a leader this past summer, with the passing of Jay Loeffler, MD, FACR, FASTRO. He ...

Time September 21, 2023
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Advancements in research, technology and partnerships are combining to enhance availability and access
Feature | Proton Therapy | By Christine Book
Targeting Cancer, Tracking Collaboration: A Progress Report on Proton Therapy

An overview of significant developments in proton therapy, over just the past six months, reinforces the pace of ...

Time September 21, 2023
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This molecule may significantly expand the patient population eligible for SCINTIX therapy to patients with solid tumor cancers of any stage in a manner that may improve both outcomes and procedural workflow
News | Radiation Therapy
RefleXion Acquires Global Rights to Radiopharmaceutical Molecule from 3B Pharmaceuticals to Treat High Unmet Need Cancers

September 20, 2023 — RefleXion Medical, Inc., a therapeutic oncology company and 3B Pharmaceuticals (3BP) GmbH, a ...

Time September 20, 2023
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Patients treated with IMRT had lower rates of toxicity to lungs and less radiation to the heart compared to conventional chemoradiation
News | Radiation Oncology
Intensity-modulated Radiation Therapy Provides Long-term Benefits to Patients with Locally Advanced Lung Cancer

September 13, 2023 — Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) should be the preferred choice when treating patients ...

Time September 13, 2023
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Michael J. Zelefsky, MD, a renowned leader in radiation oncology, is joining NYU Langone’s Perlmutter Cancer Center as director of brachytherapy and vice chair for academic and faculty affairs
News | Radiation Oncology
Renowned Radiation Oncologist Joins NYU Langone’s Perlmutter Cancer Center as Vice Chair for Academic and Faculty Affairs, Director of Brachytherapy

September 12, 2023 — Michael J. Zelefsky, MD, a renowned leader in radiation oncology, is joining NYU Langone’s ...

Time September 12, 2023
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Nina D’Abreo, MD, has been named as chief of the Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology at NYU Langone Health’s Perlmutter Cancer Center–Sunset Park
News | Radiation Oncology
Physician Scientist Named Division Chief of Hematology and Medical Oncology at NYU Langone Perlmutter Cancer Center–Sunset Park

September 6, 2023 — Nina D’Abreo, MD, has been named as chief of the Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology at NYU ...

Time September 06, 2023
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Dr. Laurent Leksell, Elekta’s Founder and Chairman of the Board, and IAEA’s Director General, Dr. Rafael Mariano Grossi meet in Stockholm to discuss reducing the global cancer burden
News | Radiation Oncology
Elekta and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Partner to Improve Access to Cancer Care in Underserved Countries

August 30, 2023 — Elekta and the IAEA have signed a partnership agreement to jointly pursue common interests, including ...

Time August 30, 2023
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A new study shows that intervals in beam treatment decrease the skin-saving aspects of the procedure
News | Radiation Therapy
Study: Time is of the Essence When Saving Skin During FLASH Radiotherapy

August 30, 2023 — A published study by researchers at the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center and Cincinnati Children ...

Time August 30, 2023
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Strategic collaboration signed to support the development of radiopharmaceuticals in the fight against cancer
News | Radiopharmaceuticals and Tracers
PanTera and TerraPower Isotopes Join Forces to Accelerate Access to Actinium-225

August 28, 2023 — TerraPower Isotopes and PanTera, the Belgian joint venture created by SCK CEN and IBA, announced that ...

Time August 28, 2023
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Radiopharmaceutical-directed treatment ushers in a new era of autonomous radiotherapy
News | Radiation Therapy
World’s First Cancer Patient Treated with RefleXion’s Breakthrough SCINTIX Biology-guided Radiotherapy

August 23, 2023 — RefleXion Medical, a therapeutic oncology company, today announced that the first patient has ...

Time August 23, 2023
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A 67-year old patient presenting with oesophageal cancer was treated at the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI with a form of radiation provided by protons, i.e. positively charged particles
News | Radiation Therapy
Proton Radiotherapy to Treat Oesophageal Cancer

August 17, 2023 — A 67-year old patient presenting with oesophageal cancer was treated at the Paul Scherrer Institute ...

Time August 17, 2023
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This contract is the second order from CGN Medical Technology for IBA’s Proteus PLUS system
News | Proton Therapy
IBA Signs Contract with Partner CGN Medical Technology for the Installation of a Proteus PLUS System in China

August 15, 2023 — IBA, a world leader in particle accelerator technology and the world’s leading provider of proton ...

Time August 15, 2023
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News | Radiation Therapy
RayCare in Clinical Use with CyberKnife at Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) in Switzerland

August 3, 2023 —RaySearch Laboratories AB announced that Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV), Switzerland, has treated ...

Time August 03, 2023
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News | Radiology Business
TAE Life Sciences Promotes Rob Hill to CEO 

July 27, 2023 — Privately-held biotech company TAE Life Sciences has announced that its board of directors has appointed ...

Time July 27, 2023
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A technique that uses imaging technology as a guide can make radiation therapy safer for patients with prostate cancer by helping clinicians accurately aim radiation beams at the prostate while avoiding nearby tissue in the bladder, urethra, and rectum.
News | Prostate Cancer
Image-guided Adaptive Radiation Treatments Reduce Short-term Side Effects for Patients with Prostate Cancer

July 24, 2023 — A technique that uses imaging technology as a guide can make radiation therapy safer for patients with ...

Time July 24, 2023
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Multiple oral presentations evaluate potential of SCINTIX biology-guided radiotherapy, including accuracy of multi-target delivery
News | Radiation Therapy
RefleXion Announces 28 Scientific Presentations at the AAPM 2023 Annual Meeting

July 21, 2023 — RefleXion Medical, a therapeutic oncology company, today announced that researchers from multiple ...

Time July 21, 2023
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RaySearch Laboratories AB (publ) announces the release of the latest version of RayCare, the next generation oncology information system
News | Oncology Information Management Systems (OIMS)
RaySearch Releases RayCare 2023B

July 21, 2023 — A key feature of RayCare 2023B is the enhanced fully integrated management of radiotherapy treatment ...

Time July 21, 2023
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New proposed rule continues cuts to Medicare reimbursement; Legislative remedies needed to protect patients’ access to care
News | ASTRO
ASTRO Issues Statement on MPFS Proposed Rule

July 14, 2023 — The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) issued the following statement from Geraldine M ...

Time July 14, 2023
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Proposed policies will expand behavioral health services, support the President’s Cancer Moonshot, promote innovation, and grow value-based care
News | Radiation Oncology
CMS Physician Payment Rule Advances Health Equity

July 14, 2023 — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the calendar year (CY) 2024 Medicare Physician ...

Time July 14, 2023
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RaySearch Laboratories AB (publ) announces the release of the latest version of RayCare, the next generation oncology information system.
News | Oncology Information Management Systems (OIMS)
RaySearch releases RayCare 2023B

July 14, 2023 — RaySearch Laboratories AB (publ) announces the release of the latest version of RayCare*, the next ...

Time July 14, 2023
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