Accelerated Breast Radiation Therapy
For patients facing radiation therapy after surgery for breast cancer, a standard course of treatment can involve daily radiation sessions over a period of weeks. Northwestern Medicine uses advanced radiation techniques that can significantly shorten the frequency and duration of radiation, which can lessen the inconvenience and stress of traditional treatment courses.
Locations Performing this Treatment
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Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital
1000 N. Westmoreland RoadLake Forest, IL 60045place -
Northwestern Medicine Grayslake Outpatient Center
1475 E. Belvidere RoadGrayslake, IL 60030place -
Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital Sage Cancer Center
4305 Medical Center DriveMcHenry, IL 60050placePhone 815.344.8000
Related Resources
Radiation Therapy for Breast Cancer: Learn how radiation therapy can be used to treat breast cancer.
Understanding Radiation Therapy: Learn about types and uses of radiation therapy.