World-Class Technology for Cancer Treatment

Varian linear accelerator

The new Varian linear accelerator is the same world-class technology found at internationally-renowned cancer centers such as M.D. Anderson, Memorial Sloan-Kettering, Johns Hopkins, Massachusetts General, and the University of Chicago.

The Regional Cancer Center at Southeast Missouri Hospital continues a 36-year tradition of providing the latest cancer treatment technology and procedures. Now operational in the Center’s Radiation Therapy Department is a Varian Clinac linear accelerator with Dynamic Multileaf Collimator (DMLC). This technology brings cancer care in our region to a new level of excellence.

It is equipped to deliver Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), one of the most precise treatment forms available.

The new linear accelerator’s 120-Multileaf Collimator allows physicians to virtually “paint” on the contours of an irregularly shaped tumor while sparing exposure to healthy tissue.

It replaces one of the department’s two linear accelerators.

A Team Approach to Cancer Care

Determining the best possible treatment plan for each cancer patient at Southeast Missouri Hospital is the focus of a multi-disciplinary team of physicians representing many specialties, Southeast nurses and personnel from several other professional disciplines at the Hospital.

This team of highly skilled, compassionate cancer care professionals provide services for patients during the diagnosis, treatment and recovery process.

They also offer emotional and informational support for both cancer patients and their families.

What does this mean for you and your family?

It means you now have access to world-class technology and comprehensive cancer care, with a personal touch, close to home.

Learn more about our advanced Cancer Center