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03/09/2026

Choosing CyberKnife is Smart Because CyberKnife is SMART, Literally! What Is SMART? Understanding CyberKnife’s Synchronized Moving Aperture Radiation Therapy ~
If you’re considering radiation treatment for your cancer, you want your doctors to be smart, but you also want the radiation technology they use to be SMART as well, according to the experts at the CyberKnife Center of Miami.

What do we mean by SMART radiation?

We’re talking about Synchronized Moving Aperture Radiation Therapy – otherwise known as SMART — a motion-management technique exclusively used during CyberKnife radiation treatments.

The advantage is that CyberKnife’s SMART technology targets tumors with less damage to healthy tissue because it moves with your body – even as you breathe.

“This ultra-precise personalized adaptive delivery can help to improve clinical outcomes and reduce radiation therapy side effects, while potentially shortening treatment times,” according to Accuray, the maker of CyberKnife.

Imagine patients during radiation treatments. Even if they are as still as possible, the insides of their bodies are constantly moving. Patients breathe, hold their breath, their bladders and bowels fill, and even blood and gases continuously flow. The system tracks the tumor and stays focused on it no matter how a patient moves on the inside or outside.

“The patient could change their position or move their head, even slightly. The patient could cough. Muscles tense and relax. The CyberKnife System is the only device designed to accommodate all forms of patient and tumor motion, while the treatment is being delivered. With its motion adaptive delivery technology, the CyberKnife System enables smaller treatment margins around the tumor, minimizing the amount of healthy tissue exposed to high-dose radiation,” says Accuray.

The SMART technology of CyberKnife improves a patient’s experience and comfort, makes treatment more efficient and leads to better clinical outcomes with fewer side effects, Accuray says.

“CyberKnife technology delivers very precise doses of radiation directly to the tumor site and it stays right on its target, even if the patient moves, the robots arm moves with the patient. That in turn greatly reduces the risk of causing damage to nearby healthy tissue and organs, which results in less risk of side effects,” explains Dr. Mark Pomper, radiation oncologist and medical director of CyberKnife Miami in a YouTube video.

CyberKnife for Cancer and Non-Cancerous Tumors

CyberKnife’s SMART technology can be successful for cancers of the prostate, lungs, breast, kidneys, pancreas, head and neck, lymph nodes and brain as well as other metastatic cancers. It can also be used for non-cancerous conditions.

CyberKnife SMART technology can treat acoustic neuromas, also known as a Vestibular Schwannoma (VS), a benign, typically slow-growing tumors developing from the balance and hearing nerves supplying the inner ear.

It’s also used for nerve pain issues like Trigeminal neuralgia, a chronic condition effecting the trigeminal nerve on the face that causes chronic and sometimes sudden intense shock-like pain.

And CyberKnife can treat arteriovenous malformation or AVMs — an abnormal tangle or knot of blood vessels in the brain.

Cancer Treatment Miami

“CyberKnife is the most advanced radiosurgery technique available for the treatment of cancerous and non-cancerous lesions and tumors throughout the body,” according to the experts at the CyberKnife Center of Miami.

And we have been treating patients with CyberKnife for more than 20 years.

Here are a few other benefits of cancer treatment with CyberKnife:

Excellent control of tumors
Lower risk of damage to healthy tissue
Better quality of life while undergoing treatment
Fewer treatments than with traditional radiation
Most areas of the body can receive multiple treatments with CyberKnife, and areas can be retreated.
CyberKnife Miami believes that not only does precision matter, but so does expertise. And we have that expertise to help you or your loved one with a cancer diagnosis.

If you're interested in more information about CyberKnife treatments, call CyberKnife Miami at 305-279-2900.
They can answer your questions, set up a consultation, or give you a second opinion, which is always SMART!
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Synchronized Moving Aperture Radiation Therapy – otherwise known as SMART - a motion-management technique used during CyberKnife treatments

03/05/2026

Watch and see exactly why more patients are choosing CyberKnife radiation therapy. CyberKnife delivers non-invasive, high-dose, image-guided radiation therapy used to treat tumors anywhere in the body and vascular malformations in 1-to-5 therapy sessions.
It causes tumor DNA damage, causing them to shrink over months without incisions, with true robotic precision and integrated AI-driven Synchrony.
Call the top CyberKnife experts at CyberKnife Miami with any questions, to set up a consultation, or get a second opinion on your treatment options 305-279-2900.
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Delivers SRS and SBRT treatments anywhere in the body with true robotic precision and integrated, AI-driven Synchrony® real-time adaptive solution and VOLO™ ...

03/02/2026

What is CyberKnife? CyberKnife technology is a misnomer of sorts. Why? Because it’s not a knife at all, and there’s absolutely no cutting involved. In fact, CyberKnife is a painless radiation treatment that may be an alternative to open surgery in many cases.
The CyberKnife system uses image-guided robotics to precisely and non-invasively destroy tumors and other lesions with multiple beams of high-energy radiation.
CyberKnife uses missile-guided radiation technology to target tumors with pinpoint accuracy, delivering radiation directly to the tumor, while leaving healthy surrounding tissue untouched. Because of this missile technology, CyberKnife can track the tumor even when a patient moves or breathes, all without the use of invasive head frames (as with Gamma Knife).
Thanks to its remarkable clinical accuracy, CyberKnife radiosurgery is precise enough that radiation can be matched to the shape of small, complex tumors located near critical structures. This ability allows the CyberKnife to treat many lesions that may be considered inoperable or untreatable with other radiosurgery systems, giving many patients new hope and new life!
Call the Cyberknife Center of Miami - The Beam Of Life with any questions about CyberKnife treatment at 305-279-2900.

03/02/2026

30 Years of Evidence With CyberKnife by Accuray: Take a moment to explore a selection of publications and conference abstracts from around the globe.
Find evidence for a wide range of treatment sites including malignant and benign disease, different fractionation schedules and real-time motion synchronization techniques for the CyberKnife® and Radixact®/ TomoTherapy® platforms by Accuray.
We post new papers on a regular basis.
See how health professionals are helping to improve patient outcomes.
https://www.accuray.com/30-years-of-evidence/

Discover global publications and webinars showcasing evidence-based treatments and techniques for CyberKnife® and TomoTherapy® platforms.

02/27/2026

CyberKnife Patient Success Stories: There are hundreds of thousands CyberKnife patient success stories highlighting this non-invasive, pain-free alternative to surgery for various cancers, often resulting in complete tumor elimination or long-term management with minimal side effects.

Patients frequently return to normal, active lives right after treatment, or within days of treatment, praising its precision and the ability to treat tumors any where in the body.

Here Are Just a Few Key Success Stories and Outcomes:

Prostate Cancer: David Viglione, deemed a "poster child" for the treatment, remained cancer-free a decade after his CyberKnife treatment. Another patient, Ron Reimann, successfully "waged and won" his battle with prostate cancer.

Lung Cancer: Danny, a 55-year-old, saw his lung tumor shrink by 90% in 30 days and completely disappear in three months, with no side effects like hair loss or sickness.

Metastatic/Brain Cancer: Laurie, who had tumors in her brain, liver, and spine, has been cancer-free for over two years, managing her condition without chemotherapy.

Quality of Life: Many patients, such as Lewis, experienced no side effects and could maintain their daily routines, describing the process as easier than a dentist visit.

Common Experiences Reported:

Pain-free: The treatment is non-invasive and painless.

Fast Results: Patients often see significant tumor reduction within months.

High Precision: The technology targets tumors without damaging surrounding healthy tissue.

Comfort: The team at the CyberKnife Center of Miami is described as making patients feel comfortable and confident in their treatment choice. They put patients first, accommodating your needs, and are among the most experienced worldwide, greatly increasing the chances of a great outcome. Their reputation of being the best, and the team's compassionate care is why patients come to CyberKnife Miami from all over the world.

You can learn more about CyberKnife technology and the center on their website www.cyberknifemiami.com

You can also call them, and expect they will pick up the phone, or call you back as soon as they can to set up a consultation or answer any questions you have. The number is 305-279-2900.
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02/24/2026

Why Your Friendly Neighborhood Mailman Chose CyberKnife to Treat Prostate Cancer: “I have always had a zest for life and always will,” says Paul Stampahar.

For 40 years Paul delivered mail throughout South Florida. If you were lucky enough to be on his route, you knew him personally, loved him and his bigger than life, perpetually happy personality.

Throughout his career Paul was the consummate professional who always went above and beyond to make sure you got your mail, and on time, which is why when he retired neighborhood residents threw him a big party.

Now, 72 years young, Paul says he was, yet wasn’t surprised to learn he had prostate cancer. It doesn’t run in his family but says he knew it could happen.

“I’m a realist. People think it can’t happen to them, but I’m not like that. I was shocked because I take my health seriously. I’m in good shape, and I had no symptoms whatsoever. I thought I would’ve felt a first symptom, like discomfort or pain. I never woke up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom, even after having a beer before bedtime.”

During one of Paul’s bi-annual medical exams he learned his PSA level was elevated. A biopsy confirmed prostate cancer. Paul’s Gleason Score was 6 and quickly jumped to 7, which means his prostate cancer is generally more aggressive.

Paul says, “It didn’t scare me, I just said hopefully modern medicine can help me out.”

Paul’s urologist, Dr. Craig Herman recommended cutting edge technology to treat his prostate cancer called CyberKnife radiation therapy, also known as SBRT, or Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy.

“Dr. Herman told me CyberKnife radiation therapy was the best treatment option for me and recommended I go to the CyberKnife Center of Miami because they’re the most experienced. Now, a lot of people would get a second opinion, but I really trust my doctor so I took his advice, and am I glad I did.”

Paul adds, “That CyberKnife machine looks like something from outer space. It’s amazing when it moves around you. During the treatment I’d close my eyes and nod off. The music was so soothing.” (He laughs)

CyberKnife for Prostate Cancer Treatment is a non-invasive, robotic radiotherapy system that delivers high-dose radiation with extreme precision to tumors in 5 treatment sessions, usually over 10 days.
It’s a non-surgical, painless alternative, with missile guided technology that tracks prostate movement in real-time, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue, greatly reducing side effects like incontinence and impotence.

CyberKnife Miami’s medical director, board certified radiation oncologist, Dr. Mark Pomper says, “Paul was an excellent candidate for CyberKnife. While he had no symptoms his PSA was elevated and his Gleason score jumped up fast, indicating the cancer was becoming more aggressive, however scans showed the cancer was still localized. If it had spread we’d do a combination of treatments, that would have included CyberKnife.”

Paul says, “With CyberKnife, I liked that it was painless, and it really was, I felt nothing. That the risk of side effects were much lower, and I had none whatsoever, plus I only needed 5 treatment sessions instead of 42 with other types of radiation, so my cancer treatment would be over in a couple of weeks instead of months. It was a no-brainer.”

Paul has finished his CyberKnife prostate cancer treatment, and talks about his experience at CyberKnife Miami.

“So many times good service is taken for granted, but not me. The whole team is very knowledgeable, and so kind and generous with their time. They answer all your questions. They’re great people. I was so impressed every time I went there. Mario Tobon the radiation therapist was touched by my words of appreciation, He patted his chest and said that was awful nice of you to say.”

“Dr. Pomper is phenomenal. I told him more doctors need your bedside manner, you comfort people, should be proud of how you treat people.”

“And Maria Kristina Borgen, the center’s manger is so helpful every time you need something. Two of my appointments had to be rescheduled and she said, let’s figure out what’s best for you. You don’t often get that at a medical center or a doctors office.”

CyberKnife Miami was among the first CyberKnife centers to open worldwide.

The team is one of the most experienced, which can make a big difference in a patient’s outcome.
It’s high success rates treating cancer is why patients come to South Florida from all over the world to get treated.

As for Paul’s prognosis, Dr. Pomper says, “It’s excellent. He has a very high chance of a cure.”

Paul is in his 12th year of retirement but he hasn’t slowed down and has no intention of doing so. He’s says, “I worked hard for this gray hair, and I’m about to celebrate my 50th Spring Break in Fort Lauderdale. I love talking to all the tourists, young and old who come here from all over to hit our beautiful South Florida beaches. They are all so interesting.” He adds, “It’s fun having fun. I grew old, but I never grew up. I just love life.”

CyberKnife is considered a primary and highly effective treatment for low and intermediate-risk disease, but is being used for more advanced cases too.
For low-risk patients the 12 year disease free survival rates are as high as 95%.

For cancer that has spread beyond the prostate gland or involves multiple large tumors, doctors may recommend combining CyberKnife treatments with conventional external beam radiation, hormone therapy, or surgery.

For recurrent prostate cancer CyberKnife can be a viable option to treat prostate cancer that has returned after initial treatment, including after surgery or prior radiation, targeting specific recurrent tumors or bone pain from metastases.

Doctors consider several factors when determining if CyberKnife is the right choice for a patient, including:
The stage and aggressiveness of the cancer (Gleason score, PSA level)
Whether the cancer is localized (confined to the prostate)
Prostate size
Overall patient health, age, and lifestyle
Patient preference and goals like avoiding surgery, and fewer treatment sessions

It is important to discuss all available treatment options with a multidisciplinary medical team to determine the best plan for your specific diagnosis.

If you would like more information, want to set up a consultation, or get a second opinion, call the CyberKnife Center of Miami at 305-279-2900.
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CyberKnife is considered a primary and highly effective treatment for prostate cancer and should be offered to patients

02/22/2026

A brain cancer diagnosis triggers all kinds of questions. Here are the answers to many of the most frequently asked questions about brain tumors and CyberKnife treatment for brain tumors.

Do you have questions about CyberKnife for brain cancer? Get answers to patients' most common questions about choosing CyberKnife to treat brain cancer.

02/22/2026

Dr. Mark Pomper, CyberKnife Miami's Board Certified Radiation Oncologist explains why CyberKnife is often a good choice for treating brain tumors.
At CyberKnife Miami we treat all types of brain tumors very effectively. Whether benign, primary or metastatic, CyberKnife uses pinpoint radiation therapy to destroy tumors and stop them from growing.

Because the beams hit only the tumor, it minimizes damage to surrounding healthy tissue, which can be a problem with other types of radiation.

Here is what we treat:
Primary / Metastatic / Recurrent / Benign Cancer Treatments For the Brain
Primary Tumors
• Astrocytomas
• Gliomas
• Skull-base tumors
• Nasopharyngeal carcinomas
• Spinal tumors
Meningiomas
• Acoustic neuromas
• Schwannomas
• Pituitary adenomas
• Hemangioblastomas
• Craniopharyngiomas
Vascular Malformations
• Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs)
• Cavernous malformations
Functional Disorders
• Trigeminal neuralgia

CyberKnife Patient Success Story:
Lisa was treated with CyberKnife for a brain tumor and says, “After having Vertigo like symptoms, I was diagnosed with a brain tumor that spread from my lung cancer. Long story short, I was treated with CyberKnife Radiation Therapy for my brain tumor met at CyberKnife Miami. It was a one-time, high dose treatment and it was very successful. I had it done in April 2015 and have had no recurrence, no side effects from treatment and still don’t. Although it can seem scary, it's a very good and effective treatment and is done quite often.”

To learn more about brain tumor treatment with CyberKnife Radiation Therapy talk to our cancer experts at 305-279-2900.
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02/22/2026

Treat Brain Tumors With Non-Invasive CyberKnife: CyberKnife treats all types of brain tumors very effectively. Nationwide, thousands of patients suffering from brain tumors have been treated using CyberKnife therapy while maintaining quality of life.

Thanks to breakthrough advances in technology, the CyberKnife uses radiation to ablate brain tumors and stop them from growing.

The pinpoint accuracy of CyberKnife also minimizes damage to surrounding healthy tissue, which can be a problem with standard radiation.

Who Is a Candidate for CyberKnife?
Most people who have been told that they are not a candidate for surgery, because a tumor is in a dangerous area of the brain, may be a candidate for CyberKnife Brain Cancer Treatment.

We can also treat benign lesions, post-operative patients, and metastases.

What To Expect from CyberKnife Brain Tumor Treatment?
Most patients can be treated in 1-5 treatments over a period of a few days. The treatment itself is comfortable, and patients can expect little to no side effects after undergoing CyberKnife.

What Types of Brain Tumors Can CyberKnife Treat?
Whether benign, such as meningiomas, acoustic neuromas, pituitary adenomas, and cavernous angiomas; primary, such as persistent/recurring glioblastomas or astrocytomas; or metastatic tumors, we treat them all with great success.

Decades with Extremely High Rates of Tumor Control
Despite its name, CyberKnife is not a knife at all. Also known as Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) and Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), this cutting-edge radiation technology is completely non-invasive.

There’s no cutting, incision, blood, anesthesia, or pain. There are few, if any, side effects and no recovery time. You can resume your normal activities immediately following treatment.

Each treatment takes about 30 to 45 minutes. Patients typically require only one to five treatments instead of 10 or more treatments with conventional radiation therapy. If tumors come back, we often can treat them again.

The CyberKnife system can be used either on a stand-alone basis or in combination with other brain cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, surgery, or whole-brain radiation therapy.

Unlike other radiosurgery systems – such as the Gamma Knife – the CyberKnife system does not require patients to be fitted with a rigid and invasive head frame and is done on an outpatient basis. In the set-up stage, the radiation therapist will create a soft mesh mask that is custom fitted to the patient’s face. This comfortable and non-invasive mask helps keep the patient’s head and neck still during treatment.

While wearing the mask, a CT scan will be performed. The CT data will be used by the CyberKnife team to determine the exact size, shape and location of the tumor.

The medical team will determine the size of the area that must be targeted by radiation and the appropriate radiation dose.

The CyberKnife will move slowly around you during treatment and you won’t feel a thing. It’s completely pain free. Patients dress comfortably in their own clothes and can bring music to listen to during treatment. Nothing will be required of the patient, except relaxation. In fact, patients often sleep through the treatment.

There are generally only minimal side effects from CyberKnife treatments, which may include mild headache and fatigue.

After completing the CyberKnife treatment, patients will schedule follow-up appointments.

Keep in mind that the brain tumor will not suddenly disappear. In fact, it could take several weeks or longer for the full effect of the treatment to be known.

Response to treatment varies from patient to patient. Clinical experience has shown that most brain cancer patients respond very well to CyberKnife treatments.

CyberKnife radiosurgery has been used for more than three decades with extremely high rates of tumor control, and most patients are good candidates for treatment.

Call CyberKnife Miami to find out if you are a candidate for CyberKnife to treat brain tumors.
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