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Frequently asked questions about radiation therapy for skin cancer using GentleCure Image-Guided SRT

With a skin cancer diagnosis, many patients are unaware of what the next steps are to address this concern. Dr. M. Christine Lee of Walnut Creek, California’s The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute, may recommend image-guided SRT (superficial radiation therapy) for skin cancer patients using the GentleCure device. Let’s look at how this treatment works and whether or not you are an appropriate candidate for this skin cancer treatment option.

Radiation Therapy for Skin Cancer in Walnut Creek CA Area

What is the GentleCure image-guided SRT treatment?

The GentleCure device is a state-of-the-art technology that uses image-guided SRT to target and treat skin cancer cells. This treatment method is noninvasive and precise, delivering low-energy radiation directly onto the affected area without damaging surrounding healthy tissue. The GentleCure device also has built-in safety mechanisms to ensure patient comfort and minimize side effects.

Is radiation unhealthy and harmful to my body?

Exposure to high volumes of radiation over extended periods can pose a danger to your health. Yet, image-guided SRT using the GentleCure device implements low-energy X-rays similar to those used in your local dentist’s office. Ultrasound images captured prior to treatment allow the Radiation Therapist and dermatologist to ascertain the size and depth of the cancer and determine the precise dosage required to eradicate the skin cancer cells. The radiation only penetrates skin-deep, and the rest of your body remains unaffected.

What are the benefits of using the GentleCure image-guided (SRT) device?

  • Delivers doses to skin cancer using low-energy X-rays, just like those used in a dental office.
  • It boasts a remarkable success rate, curing over 99% of basal or squamous cell skin cancers.
  • The treatment is precisely targeted, affecting only the skin and minimizing impact on surrounding areas.
  • Administered within a dermatology clinic by a radiation therapist in collaboration with a dermatologist, this is the first and only radiation treatment for skin cancer that uses ultrasound imaging to measure the size and depth of the cancer accurately. This allows for precise determination of the amount of X-ray energy needed.
  • It tracks the cancer’s response to the treatment and confirms its complete elimination.
  • Side effects, if any, are generally mild to moderate.
  • Over 99% of patients express satisfaction with both the outcome and experience of the treatment, making it a highly trusted solution for battling skin cancer.

Who offers image-guided SRT for skin cancer in Walnut Creek, California?

Our team at The Skin and Laser Treatment Institute believes in providing the best possible care for patients in and around the community–especially when it comes to tackling skin cancer. Call (925) 528-0117 to request an upcoming visit to our office, conveniently located at 370 North Wiget Lane, Suite #125.

Dr. Christine Lee

Dr. Min-Wei Christine Lee

Dr. Christine Lee is a Board-certified Dermatologist with sub-specialties in laser surgery, cosmetic surgery, Mohs Micrographic Surgery, facial plastic reconstruction, and dermatologic surgery. She leads The Skin And Laser Treatment Institute as its Director and serves as Clinical Faculty for the Department of Dermatologic Surgery at the University of California San Francisco. Patients travel from across the globe for her expertise, and Dr. Lee has trained thousands of stateside and international doctors.


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