Treating your cancer fearlessly from Diagnosis to survivorship

Grady medical oncologists treat cancer with medicines like chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, and biological therapy. These specialists work with colleagues to tailor care plans to the needs of each patient.

Specialists at Grady’s Edward C. Loughlin Jr. Radiation Oncology Center use high-energy x-rays to fight cancer cells. They use the latest equipment to delivery highly accurate and conformal techniques with on board image guidance (IGRT, VMAT) as well as highly focused treatments for smaller tumors that maximize efficacy while minimizing side effects (stereotactic ablative brain and body radiotherapy). They also are skilled at brachytherapy, which precisely places radioactive pellets in the body to deliver a higher dose of radiation for a shorter period of time.

Surgery may be used as the first step in cancer treatment or after neoadjuvant systemic therapy. Our surgical oncologists use the latest technology and specialize in minimally invasive procedures that result in smaller incisions, shorter hospital stays, less pain, and quicker return to daily routines. We were the first hospital in Georgia to implement a radioactive seed program to localize breast tumors for women undergoing breast conservation surgery.

Genetic testing looks for changes in genes, which determine your hair color and height and influence how likely you are to get some diseases. Gene changes can also increase your risk of developing some cancers. Some gene changes can run in families. Genetic testing also tells us how to treat some cancers.

The palliative care team works to improve the quality of life for cancer patients and their families by helping patients manage pain and physical symptoms, as well as caring for their psychological and spiritual needs. The aim of palliative care staff is to provide relief so that patients can live their lives as normally as possible, both during treatment and afterward.

Being a bridge between the Cancer Center and Primary Care, survivorship care assists cancer survivors to live well after their cancer treatment. The Survivorship Program provides multidisciplinary, comprehensive care for the physical, emotional, social, financial, and spiritual needs you may experience after your cancer treatment.