Minimally Invasive Treatment with Maximum Results for Central Illinois
Cure Rates Between 98% and 99%**
While some skin cancers require surgical intervention, like Mohs Surgery, other cancers can be treated with radiation therapy. Here’s your guide on what recovery with radiation therapy looks like.
Your treatment will begin with a consultation with one of our experienced radiation oncology physicians. This session is crucial for understanding your specific condition and tailoring the therapy to your needs.
We’ll carefully review your pathology reports and perform an ultrasound of your lesion. This step helps us determine the most effective treatment plan. A typical treatment regimen is between 15-20 sessions of radiation, with each session lasting 5 minutes.
Side effects can include redness of the treated area, similar to a sunburn, and skin dryness and peeling. In the long term, most patients (>95%) experience excellent skin recovery with no lasting side effects.
Previously only offered at hospitals and cancer centers, access to radiation therapy can now be found in the comfort of our central Illinois dermatology offices.
