What to Expect

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Step 1 – Consultation

Step 1 - Consultation
A radiation oncologist and nurse will examine and talk with you. Your loved ones are welcome to stay with you.

Step 2 – Simulation

Step 2 - Simulation
A CT simulator scans the area of cancer for designing a treatment plan.

Step 3 – Computerized treatment planning

Step 3 - Computerized Treatment Planning
Images from the scan are transferred to the treatment planning computer to determine your radiation dose.

Step 4 – Treatment verification

Step 4 - Treatment Verification
You will return for verification films to make sure your body’s position on the treatment machine is correct.

Step 5 – Schedule treatments

Step 5 - Schedule Treatments
A scheduler will help set up your treatment times which are typically Monday through Friday, at the same time for two to nine weeks.

Step 6 – Radiation treatments

Step 6 - Radiation Treatments
Your care will depend on your personal treatment plan based on the best practice guidelines for your diagnosis. The radiation oncologist will check you weekly.

Step 7 – Last day of treatment

Step 7 - Last Day of Treatment
The nurse and/or radiation oncologist will meet with you to go over discharge instructions, answer any questions and schedule a follow-up visit.

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Upcoming Events

  • Dec
    2
    Monday
    Breast Cancer Support Group - Willmar
    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Join us in Willmar for our Breast Cancer Support Group on the first Monday of each month.
  • Dec
    7
    Saturday
    Holly Ball
    4:30 PM - 11:59 PM
    Holly Ball is Dec. 7 at the River's Edge Convention Center in St. Cloud.
  • Ongoing
    Art Therapy
    This art therapy group session is for anyone with cancer. The focus of art therapy is self-exploration and healing.
  • Ongoing
    Caregivers Group
    Connect with other caregivers in this group with a focus on reducing anxiety and stress and increasing positive emotions.
  • Ongoing
    Enhancement Program for Cancer Patients
    This program provides cancer patients with wigs, hats and accessories at no charge.

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