Radiation Oncology
Radiation Oncology for pets in the SAn Francisco bay area
When your pet is diagnosed with cancer, having access to the right treatment options can make all the difference. WAVES Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital in San Leandro, CA, now offers Radiation Oncology, providing advanced cancer treatment options for dogs and cats throughout the Bay Area.
With the addition of Radiation Oncology and our Varian Halcyon linear accelerator, WAVES is proud to offer comprehensive cancer care. This advanced technology allows our specialists to deliver highly precise radiation therapy efficiently, helping provide patients with advanced treatment options while minimizing the time spent in treatment.
Our radiation oncology team works closely with your primary veterinarian and our Medical Oncology team to develop a coordinated treatment plan tailored to your pet’s specific diagnosis, overall health, and quality-of-life goals. By bringing multiple areas of veterinary expertise together, we can help ensure your pet’s cancer care is thoughtful, comprehensive, and individualized.
What Is Veterinary Radiation Oncology?
Radiation oncology is a specialized form of cancer treatment that uses carefully targeted radiation to treat tumors and cancerous cells. Depending on the type, location, and stage of cancer, radiation therapy may be recommended as the primary treatment or used alongside surgery, chemotherapy, or other therapies. Because every cancer diagnosis is different, our veterinary specialty team evaluates each patient individually to determine whether radiation oncology may be an appropriate treatment option.
Advanced Radiation Therapy with the Varian Halcyon
The Varian Halcyon linear accelerator allows our Radiation Oncology team to deliver advanced, precisely targeted radiation therapy with efficient treatment times. Its advanced technology supports our specialists in accurately targeting tumors while helping limit radiation exposure to surrounding healthy tissue. This allows WAVES to provide sophisticated radiation therapy as part of a comprehensive approach to cancer treatment.
Radiation Therapy May Be Considered For:
- Tumors that cannot be completely removed with surgery
- Tumors located in areas where surgery may be difficult or risky
- Cancer that has returned following previous treatment
- Certain cancers where radiation may help control tumor growth
- Treatment intended to relieve pain or other symptoms associated with a tumor
Your Pet’s Cancer Care, All in One Place
From advanced radiation therapy to medical oncology and specialty care, WAVES brings multiple areas of expertise together to help provide a more coordinated approach to your pet’s cancer treatment.
When Your Pet Needs More Options, WAVES Is Here.
Whether your pet is newly diagnosed or you are looking for additional treatment options, our team can help you understand what comes next.