Lung Cancer – Treatment Options

Radiation Therapy Centers in Glendale, Scottsdale, & Phoenix, AZ

 

At Palo Verde Cancer Specialists, we’re proud to provide comprehensive cancer care to patients throughout the greater Phoenix, AZ area. Our six state-of-the-art cancer centers offer a variety of high-quality treatment options, and we work with each patient individually to create a treatment plan that fits into their lifestyle. We understand how frightening a cancer diagnosis can be – but if you’ve been diagnosed with lung cancer, we can help.

 

Radiation Therapy for Lung Cancer

 

Lung cancer is a serious condition, but with a dedicated treatment team and high-quality treatment, it’s possible to treat it. Our cancer centers specialize in noninvasive radiation therapy, and we offer a number of options for treating lung cancer:

 

• CyberKnife: This is our flagship treatment. One of the most advanced cancer treatments on the market, CyberKnife combines technological advancements from several fields of medicine to create a noninvasive, convenient, and highly-effective treatment for many forms of cancer.
• TrueBeam: Another option for radiation therapy, TrueBeam targets low-dose radiation to destroy cancer cells and eliminate tumors.
• TomoTherapy: TomoTherapy uses a circular radiation delivery device, allowing it to conveniently apply radiation to almost any part of the body.

 

Other Treatment Options for Lung Cancer

 

We strive to use noninvasive treatments like CyberKnife whenever possible, but we offer a variety of treatments at our cancer centers. You and your doctor may also opt for any of the following options:

 

• Surgery: While invasive, surgery can be highly effective for treating early-stage lung cancer.
• Chemotherapy: This method uses drugs to target fast-growing cells in the body. It can often produce unpleasant side effects, but it’s a common treatment for cancers that have spread throughout the body.
• Targeted Therapy: This is similar to chemotherapy, but uses newer drugs that may have less intense side effects.
• Immunotherapy: Using specialized drugs, immunotherapy stimulates the body’s immune system to attack cancer cells on its own, often providing an effective treatment.

 

Schedule a Consultation with Your Phoenix Cancer Center

A lung cancer diagnosis is one of life’s most difficult challenges – but we’re here to help. If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with lung cancer, we’ll work with you to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that works with your lifestyle, and we’ll stand by you during and after treatment to help you keep thriving. Don’t wait: request a consultation online today to find out how we can help you beat cancer and reclaim a healthy, normal lifestyle.