Radiation oncology occurs through the use of ionizing radiation to treat/cure disease such as cancer. It can also be used to assist in the relief of symptoms when a cure or treatment is no longer a viable option. Most often radiation is most frequently associated with cancer however can be used in treated in a..
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There is substantial growth within the medical care industry. The population of aging citizens is growing as well. As this is occurring it is our responsibility as professionals to make sure we are keeping up with technological advancements which often means more complicated medical equipment and devices throughout a variety of care centers including radiation..
Medical facilities all have one thing in common and that is the need for progressive, radical technology and equipment. To supply patients with outstanding medical service it is crucial that facilities exceed their needs by bringing in additional, updated medical equipment and adding services to meet the growing demands of a fluctuating marketplace in a..
When it comes to medical equipment a linear accelerator is considered the “workhorse” as it is used again and again, every day. Some facilities, with lower patient counts, can often still use a linear accelerator that can be decades old whereas larger facilities often replace their radiation oncology equipment regularly every few years. In the..
It is very unfortunate when you see your friend or family member get diagnosed with cancer. Watching them go through the pain and suffering, you wish that they wouldn’t have to go through that. You also pray for cancer to never touch you. It is the most painful thing a person can go through. Often..