Fact Sheets

Radiation Therapy with Gamma Knife
The Gamma Knife is a machine that focuses radiation with precision, killing tumors without harming nearby tissue. Learn about this procedure.
Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
Gamma Knife surgery is a treatment that uses high-dose radiation to target brain tumors. Learn more about this treatment.
Gastrointestinal Cancers
Gastrointestinal cancers occur when DNA changes cause malignant (cancerous) cells to grow along the gastrointestinal tract. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Pediatric Cancer
Pediatric cancers although common are highly treatable. Radiation therapy can be used safely and effectively to treat a variety of cancers that affect children.
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a treatment that uses heat to destroy precancerous tissue in the esophagus. Learn about this treatment.
Preventing Infections in the NICU
Infections and antimicrobial resistance pose a profound threat in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) so special protective measures are emphasized.
Bone Cancer
Bone cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the cells that make up the bone. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Ependymoma
A type of tumor that begins in the brain or spinal cord. It's more common in children than adults.
Brachytherapy
Brachytherapy is a cancer treatment in which radioactive materials are placed inside the body. Learn more about this treatment.
Rhabdomyosarcoma
A rare type of cancer that starts in cells that develop into skeletal muscle.