Northern Boulevard Radiation Oncology, a state-of-the-art radiation center, recently opened a new location at 158-06 Northern Boulevard. The center offers patients access to a highly trained team of board certified radiation oncologists and skilled therapists and nurses, led by Dr. Engracio Samala, Medical Director.
They use the most advanced treatment options for cancer. In addition, the center boasts new radiation treatment equipment and facility upgrades, including the Varian Clinac® 2100C Linear Accelerator, Varian Ximatron® CT Simulator, 3D Line and Prowess® Treatment Planning System, IMPAC® Patient Information System, High Dose Rate Brachytherapy (HDR), Mammosite® Breast Brachytherapy and Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT).
Under the direction of the physicians, these advanced clinical treatment options permit precise targeting of radiation to a tumor, sparing critical healthy organs, providing for better outcomes and fewer side effects for patients.
“Cancer patients and their families should actively seek highly-skilled cancer experts and advanced treatment technologies to help treat their cancer,” said Samala. “The technology available at our facility allows for convenience, fewer side effects, and better overall results. We are proud to offer this technology to the community of Queens.”
For more information on Northern Boulevard Radiation Oncology, call 718-445-3700.
