Perlmutter Cancer Center Radiation Oncology at NYU Langone—Mineola

Yes. Perlmutter Cancer Center offers CyberKnife radiosurgery at designated locations on Long Island and a CyberKnife center in Manhattan. CyberKnife is a noninvasive, highly precise, robotic radiosurgery usually delivered over a short course (typically up to 5 days), with daily sessions that last about 20–30 minutes.

Treatment is individualized and begins with planning using CT, MRI, or PET imaging to map the treatment area. Many external-beam regimens deliver radiation once a day, five days per week, over several weeks (duration varies by cancer and technique). More advanced options (like stereotactic or hypofractionated regimens and MRI-guided therapy) can involve shorter courses. Side effects commonly include fatigue and site-specific reactions (for example, dry mouth with head/neck radiation); the team will provide supportive care and symptom management.

Clinical trials test new treatments or approaches. Common questions include: What is the purpose of the study? Who is eligible? What tests and treatments are involved? What are the possible risks and benefits? How long will the trial last and will hospitalization be required? Who pays for the experimental treatment and will I be reimbursed for other expenses? The informed consent document and study team provide specific answers for each trial.