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Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital

Elekta Agility is an advanced technology that delivers a specialized form of radiation therapy. Questions and comments are welcomed.

Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital, a non-profit community hospital part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is a service of the hospital dedicated to providing advanced cancer care services to the communities which we serve. At Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital, we treat several different types of cancers and benign tumors located throughout the body using cutting-edge

radiation technology. Capable of “shaping” the radiation beams delivered during treatment, Elekta Agility allows our clinical experts to vary the beam size and treat a larger variety of tumors throughout the body. During Elekta Agility procedures, patients lie on a treatment table while the machine rotates around them, delivering high doses of radiation aimed directly at their tumor and sculpted to match the 3D shape of the tumor. The cumulative dose of radiation delivered by the Elekta Agility kills tumor cells while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissue. Most treatment sessions typically last 15 – 20 minutes depending on the size, shape, and location of the tumor. These sessions last about one-third of the time that previous machines took to deliver the same dose of radiation, offering improved patient comfort and improved safety. Cancers and Conditions We Treat:

Bladder Cancer • Bone Cancer • Brain Tumors • Breast Cancer • Gynecological Cancers Colon Cancer • Esophageal Cancer • Head & Neck Cancer • Kidney Tumors • Liver Tumors • Lung Cancer • Metastatic Cancer • Multiple Myeloma • Pancreatic Cancer • Prostate Cancer • Spinal Tumors • Stomach Cancer • Testicular Cancer • Skin Cancer

Patient Benefits:

Painless Treatment • Few to No Side Effects • Non-Invasive • Outpatient Procedure Lasting 10-15 Minutes Daily • Minimal to No Recovery Time • Return to Your Normal Activities Following Treatment

Our Radiation Therapy Treatments:

External beam radiation therapy (EBRT) • Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) 3-D conformal therapy • Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT)

At Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital, each of our cancer patients' cases are thoroughly reviewed by a team of physicians and other health professionals from different specialties and with unique perspectives evaluating best treatment options and collaborate to develop a customized treatment plan for your specific diagnosis. In addition to a weekly Chart/ Peer Review of all new cases with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) physicians; we have a bi-weekly Tumor Board and a weekly Breast Conference with BIDMC via live video conference. If you are a patient, potential patient, friend or family member of a patient, or just wanting some information about Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital, you’ve come to the right place. On this page, we will share information about out or center, news from our hospital partner, community events, important cancer-related news and research, and much more. We also hope this page can serve as a resource to connect with others and share your story. This page It is not for solicitation purposes and we reserve the right to delete posts that compromise the privacy of patients. SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY:

Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital and Alliance HealthCare Services (“Alliance”) use social networking sites to share health care news, department updates, events, health tips, and more. We encourage you to post and join the conversation. By using our social media sites, you agree to the Terms and Conditions outlined below. BY SUBMITTING CONTENT (COMMENTS, PHOTOS, VIDEOS, ETC.) TO AN ALLIANCE RADIATION ONCOLOGY AT ANNA JAQUES HOSPITAL AND ALLIANCE NETWORKING SITE, YOU UNDERSTAND THAT THIS INFORMATION IS PUBLICLY AVAILABLE AND THAT ALLIANCE MAY USE THIS INFORMATION FOR MARKETING PURPOSES. IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO HAVE YOUR INFORMATION PUBLISHED, PLEASE DO NOT POST. Our staff monitors our social media during regular business hours, Monday- Friday, CST. Please understand that we cannot respond to every comment and that we cannot offer medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment via the Internet. If you have questions regarding personal or confidential health information or are seeking medical advice, please contact Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital at (978) 997-1351. In the event of an emergency, please dial 911. For your privacy, think carefully before posting personal medical information to the internet. This is a public page and your posts are available for all to see. To maintain a supportive and positive atmosphere, Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital and Alliance reserve the right to delete any posts or content deemed inappropriate. A post (comments/photos/videos/etc.) will be hidden if it:

✖︎ Violates the privacy of our patients and their families

✖︎ Violates copyright or other laws, or maybe confidential

✖︎ Is off-topic and redundant

✖︎ Any posts (comments/photos/videos/etc.) determined by
our Social Media Team to be abusive, hurtful,
inappropriate, or offensive in nature

✖︎ Uses foul language or "hate speech" (racial, ethnic,
religious, or gender-bashing language)

✖︎ Includes personal attacks or defamatory comments (i.e.,
negative personal comments about a fellow commenter)
instead of just expressing a difference of opinion

✖︎ Impersonations of another person or entity - or falsely
states or misrepresents an affiliation with another person
or entity

✖︎ Solicitation and advertisements for unrelated and
unaffiliated products and services

Visitors who repeatedly submit inappropriate content may be banned from our social networking sites. The opinions expressed on Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital and Alliance social networking sites are those of the individual authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of our center or company. Alliance employees who post comments on our sites must follow all applicable Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital and Alliance policies; identify their affiliation with Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital or Alliance, and ensure that comments are consistent with our standards of professional conduct.

12/23/2023

12/15/2023

If you have been diagnosed with cancer, seeking a second opinion can help you feel more sure about your diagnosis and treatment plan. Read this article from the American Cancer Society and learn more about the importance of getting a second opinion. https://loom.ly/LkKB-QM

Many people with cancer get a second opinion about their treatment options. Find out what you need to know here.

12/08/2023

According to the American Cancer Society, getting regular screenings is essential to finding cancer early and taking control of your health. Learn more about cancer screening at CancerScreenWeek.org.

12/07/2023

As the classic holiday song goes, it’s the most wonderful time of the year. However, do you know what else the happiest season of all brings? Stress. With all the planning, shopping, decorating, and cooking, it’s easy to become tired and overwhelmed. Add cancer treatment to the mix and holiday stress can become unbearable. Use these tips from CancerCare to help lift your spirits and manage your merriment (and stress). https://loom.ly/BmZGHCw

Information and tips on how to cope with cancer during the holidays.

11/28/2023

It is with bittersweet emotions, but heartfelt congratulations, that we announce the upcoming retirement of radiation oncologist, Claire Y. Fung, MD. Dr. Fung assisted in launching Alliance Radiation Oncology and we thank her for her many years of dedication and loyal service to the cancer patients in our community. It has been an honor and privilege working with you and we wish you a happy and healthy retirement! Dr. Fung’s last day at the center will be December 4. Please join us in thanking Dr. Fung and wishing her the best!

11/27/2023

Radiation therapy uses high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. It is a well-established and effective treatment option for lung cancer. During , check out the American Lung Association and learn more about the different radiation techniques for lung cancer. https://loom.ly/3GA6bsY

Lung cancer radiation therapy uses powerful, high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells or keep them from growing.

11/23/2023

Today, and every day, we are thankful for our patients letting us be a part of their treatment journey. We are also thankful for our dedicated physicians and team that take such wonderful care of our patients. From us to you, Happy Thanksgiving!

11/20/2023

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. More people die of lung cancer than of colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined. If lung cancer is found at an earlier stage, when it is small and before it has spread, it is more likely to be treated successfully. Watch this helpful video from the American College of Radiology and see if you should be screened for lung cancer. https://loom.ly/Kox0krQ

This Patient-Friendly video was created by radiologist experts at the American College of Radiology (ACR). The video was created to help patients participate...

10/13/2023

About 30% of early-stage breast cancers eventually metastasize, or, spread to other parts of the body. This is also called Stage IV breast cancer.

10/10/2023

For cancer patients with a mental health disorder, a study shows that getting mental health treatment improves cancer survival. Read more about the study from the National Cancer Institute. https://loom.ly/QfpRWjA

In a study of more than 50,000 veterans with lung cancer, those with mental illness who received mental health treatment—including for substance use—lived substantially longer than those who didn’t participate in such programs.

10/06/2023

We all know that not smoking is one way we can keep our lungs healthy. Can you think of other ways? Check out this information from the American Lung Association for more tips! https://loom.ly/1Usf6rE

Your body has a natural defense system designed to protect the lungs, keeping dirt and germs at bay. But there are some important things you can do to reduce your risk of lung disease. Here are some w

10/02/2023

Seeing pink yet? October is breast cancer awareness month, where we recognize the 1 in 8 women diagnosed with breast cancer, support patients in their journey, and celebrate the more than 4 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.

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Why Radiation Therapy

At Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital, we treat several different types of cancers and benign tumors located throughout the body using cutting edge radiation technology.

Elekta Agility is an advanced technology that delivers a specialized form of radiation therapy. Capable of “shaping” the radiation beams delivered during treatment, Elekta Agility allows our clinical experts to vary the beam size and treat a larger variety of tumors throughout the body.

During Elekta Agility procedures, patients lie on a treatment table while the machine rotates around them, delivering high doses of radiation aimed directly at their tumor and sculpted to match the 3D shape of the tumor. The cumulative dose of radiation delivered by the Elekta Agility kills tumor cells while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissue.

Most treatment sessions typically last 15 – 20 minutes depending on the size, shape and location of the tumor. These sessions last about one-third of the time that previous machines took to deliver the same dose of radiation, offering improved patient comfort and improved safety.

Cancers and Conditions We Treat

Bladder Cancer ・ Bone Cancer ・ Brain Tumors・Breast Cancer・ Gynecological Cancers Colon Cancer ・ Esophageal Cancer ・ Head & Neck Cancer ・ Kidney Tumors ・ Liver Tumors ・ Lung Cancer ・ Metastatic Cancer ・ Multiple Myeloma・ Pancreatic Cancer・ Prostate Cancer ・ Spinal Tumors ・ Stomach Cancer ・ Testicular Cancer ・ Skin Cancer

Patient Benefits:

Painless Treatment ・ Few to No Side Effects ・ Non-Invasive ・ Outpatient Procedure Lasting 10-15 Minutes Daily ・ Minimal to No Recovery Time ・ Return to Your Normal Activities Following Treatment

Our Radiation Therapy Treatments:

External beam radiation therapy (EBRT) ・ Intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) 3-D conformal therapy・ Image guided radiation therapy (IGRT)

At Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital, each of our cancer patients cases are thoroughly reviewed by a team of physicians and other health professionals from different specialties and with unique perspectives evaluating best treatment options and collaborate to develop a customized treatment plan for your specific diagnosis. In addition to weekly Chart/ Peer Review of all new cases with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) physicians; we have a bi-weekly Tumor Board and a weekly Breast Conference with BIDMC via live video conference.

If you are a patient, potential patient, friend or family member of a patient, or just wanting some information about Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital, you’ve come to the right place. On this page, we will share information about out or center, news from our hospital partner, community events, important cancer related news and research, and much more.

We also hope this page can serve as a resource to connect with others and share your story.

Questions and comments are welcomed. This page It is not for solicitation purposes and we reserve the right to delete posts that compromise the privacy of patients.

SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY: Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital and Alliance HealthCare Services (“Alliance”) use social networking sites to share health care news, department updates, events, health tips and more. We encourage you to post and join the conversation. By using our social media sites, you agree to the Terms and Conditions outlined below.

BY SUBMITTING CONTENT (COMMENTS, PHOTOS, VIDEOS, ETC.) TO AN ALLIANCE RADIATION ONCOLOGY AT ANNA JAQUES HOSPITAL AND ALLIANCE NETWORKING SITE, YOU UNDERSTAND THAT THIS INFORMATION IS PUBLICLY AVAILABLE AND THAT ALLIANCE MAY USE THIS INFORMATION FOR MARKETNG PURPOSES. IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO HAVE YOUR INFORMATION PUBLISHED, PLEASE DO NOT POST.

Our staff monitors our social media during regular business hours, Monday- Friday, CST. Please understand that we cannot respond to every comment, and that we cannot offer medical advice, diagnosis or treatment via the Internet. If you have questions regarding personal or confidential health information or are seeking medical advice, please contact Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital at ((978) 997-1351. In the event of an emergency, please dial 911.

For your privacy, think carefully before posting personal medical information to the internet. This is a public page and your posts are available for all to see. To maintain a supportive and positive atmosphere, Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital and Alliance reserve the right to delete any posts or content deemed inappropriate. A post (comments/photos/videos/etc.) will be hidden if it:

Violates the privacy of our patients and their families

Violates copyright or other laws, or may be confidential

Is off-topic and redundant

Any posts (comments/photos/videos/etc.) determined by our Social Media Team to be abusive, hurtful, inappropriate, or offensive in nature

Uses foul language or "hate speech" (racial, ethnic, religious, or gender-bashing language)

Includes personal attacks or defamatory comments (i.e., negative personal comments about a fellow commenter) instead of just expressing a difference of opinion

Impersonations of another person or entity - or falsely states or misrepresents affiliation with another person or entity

Solicitation and advertisements for unrelated and unaffiliated products and services

Visitors who repeatedly submit inappropriate content may be banned from our social networking sites.

The opinions expressed on Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital and Alliance social networking sites are those of the individual authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of our center or company. Alliance employees who post comments on our sites must follow all applicable Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital and Alliance policies; identify their affiliation with Alliance Radiation Oncology at Anna Jaques Hospital or Alliance; and ensure that comments are consistent with our standards of professional conduct.