What does a radiation oncologist do?

A radiation oncologist evaluates individual patients, determining the best management plan, overseeing treatment and assessing progress. Radiation Oncologists may also order tests and images, prescribe medications, and consult with other doctors involved with cancer treatment.

What are the typical symptoms of cancer?

There may be Change in bowel or bladder habit, sore that does not heal, Unusual bleeding or discharge, Thickening or lump in the breast or elsewhere, Indigestion or difficulty in swallowing, Obvious change in a wart or mole and hoarseness in voice.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the radiation oncologist?

Chest x-rays and various imaging procedures are required by the radiation oncologist.

Will the radiation hurt?

Most people feel little to no discomfort during treatment but some may experience weakness or nausea.

How long does it take for radiation to remove the tumor?

It depends on the type of tumor, For tumors that divide slowly, the mass may shrink over a long, extended period after radiation stops. The median time for a prostate cancer to shrink is about 18 months.

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About Dr Prabhakar M

Dr Prabhakar M is a Radiation Oncologist with over 12 years of expertise in this profession.
The doctor provides services like Cancer Treatment, Radiation Oncologist, and Treatment Planning for cancer with Radiation Oncology employing techniques such as 2D planning & Simulation, 3D Planning, IMRT/ IGRT, SRS/SRT, SBRT, LDR/HDR Brachytherapy, and others.
In 2008, he received his MBBS from Coimbatore Medical College, and in 2013, he received his MD in radiotherapy from Government Dental College, Trivandrum, Kerela University.
He is registered with 92914 Andhra Pradesh Medical Council, 2015.
Dr Prabhakar M has publications credited to his name in different journals.
Dr Prabhakar M is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu.

Special Interest

Varian TrueBeam and RapidArc technology. Linac-based CNS radiosurgery, including frameless, open-mask immobilization. SBRT for lung cancer, liver metastases and pancreatic cancer, including 4D-CT simulation and respiratory gating. Radiosurgery / SBRT of vertebral metastases Deep inspiration breath hold (DIBH) treatment for left-sided breast cancer. IMRT for disease sites including CNS, H&N, Lung, GI, GU, GYN, Sarcoma, and Lymphoma. IGRT for prostate cancer using CBCT and CALYPSO. Total body irradiation (TBI) Gammamed plus brachytherapy