About the Journal
Physicians specializing in radiation oncology treat cancer with the use of high-energy radiation therapy. By targeting radiation doses in small areas of the body, radiation oncologists damage the DNA of cancer cells, preventing further growth. Radiation oncologists work with cancer patients, prescribing and implementing treatment plans while monitoring their progress throughout.
Radiation oncology houses a few subspecialties, including the following:
• Hospice and palliative medicine
• Pain medicine
