Edward C. Loughlin Radiation-Oncology Center

Radiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays to fight cancer cells. Grady’s Edward C. Loughlin, Jr. Radiation Oncology Center is a leader in the use of an advanced radiation technique known as Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT). IMRT allows Grady doctors to precisely control the intensity of radiation a tumor receives. Radiation oncologists also use image guidance to precisely target a tumor. Radiation may be given externally or through small radioactive pellets that are precisely placed in the body (brachytherapy). Brachytherapy delivers a higher dose of radiation over a shorter period. It has been effective in treating prostate, cervical, uterine, vaginal, head, neck, and breast cancers.