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 Community Care Physicians proudly stands at the forefront of an exciting new era in cancer treatment with the introduction of Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) to the Capital Region.
Our new IGRT suite is the first clinical site in the country to use Varian Medical's On-Board Imager to perform daily CT guidance of the target area. Under the expert direction of Dr. Arun Puranik, the facility houses a state-of-the-art Image Guided Radiation Therapy delivery system, capable of administering ultraprecise doses of radiation to previously unreachable tumors.
This next generation treatment technology represents
a major step in the fight against cancer.
During your first visit at IGRT you will meet with Dr. Arun Puranik and our nurse. Dr. Puranik may consult with any other specialists as necessary before your treatment begins to determine the best course of action. In addition, other members of our team may be brought in to better help you successfully manage your treatment.
The major goal of radiation therapy is to maximize curing cancer while maintaining optimal organ function and quality of life. Because each patient's case presents unique challenges and requires individualized attention, we urge you to consult with Dr. Puranik about which treatment plan is best for you.
It is extremely important to seek out an expert team of physicians who specialize in your type of cancer to insure an optimal outcome.
What is unique about us?
Dynamic Tumor Tracking
Tumors are not stationary, unchanging targets; they move between and during treatments. IGRT uses daily CT scanning to create three-dimensional images that pinpoint the exact size, location and coordinates of the tumor. In the past, oncologists have had to compensate for tumor movements by making the radiation beam larger, exposing a significant volume of healthy tissue to radiation. With IGRT, two robotically controlled “arms” capture CT, fluoroscopic and x-ray images on a daily basis, pinpointing the position of the cancer just prior to treatment. This increased precision allows for higher doses of radiation – ultimately leading to higher cure rates.
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Maximize Effectiveness
With IGRT, higher doses of radiation can be focused and delivered directly to tumors and cancer cells. Clinical studies have indicated that higher doses of radiation significantly improve local tumor control.
Minimize Risk
With daily CT guidance we can track the position of normal tissue structures. This technique significantly reduces the rate of normal tissue complications. For example, in the treatment of prostate cancer, radiation can be focused to minimize exposure to the rectum, and bladder. Additionally, the radiation dose to the penile bulb can be minimized for potency preservation.
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About IGRT 
