Advanced Radiation Therapy in Valdese

Receiving a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Choosing where to receive care is an important decision. At UNC Health Blue Ridge, our radiation oncology team delivers advanced treatment options close to home, with personal support that puts patients first.

Our board certified radiation oncologist works closely with a dedicated care team to create treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs. We focus on precision, safety, and compassion.

Our Radiation Therapy Options:

We offer several types of radiation therapy that may be used depending on your diagnosis and treatment plan.

• External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT): This is one of the most common forms of radiation therapy. Radiation is delivered from outside the body and carefully directed at the treatment area over a series of visits.
• Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) and Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS): These advanced treatments deliver highly focused radiation to a specific area with great precision. In some cases, treatment can be completed in fewer visits while helping protect nearby healthy tissue.
• Intensity‑Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT): IMRT allows the radiation dose to be shaped to the tumor. This helps target cancer cells more precisely while reducing exposure to surrounding healthy tissue.
• Image‑Guided and Surface‑Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT): Our technology helps ensure accurate positioning and treatment delivery each day. Imaging and surface guidance add another layer of safety and precision throughout your care.
• Brachytherapy: Brachytherapy places radiation directly inside or near the tumor. This allows a high dose of radiation to be delivered to the cancer while limiting exposure to other areas of the body.
• Superficial Radiation Therapy: For certain skin cancers, superficial radiation therapy may be an option. This treatment focuses on the surface layers of the skin and may be used when surgery is not the best choice or as part of a larger care plan.

Support that goes beyond treatment

Cancer care is more than medical treatment. Our team is here to support you through every step of your journey.
Nurse navigators - help patients understand their diagnosis, schedule appointments, and know what to expect throughout treatment.
Financial navigation - provides guidance on insurance, assistance programs, and available resources so patients can focus on healing.
Social worker - offers emotional support, helps patients and families cope with stress and changes, and connects them with community resources throughout their cancer journey.

Why patients choose Valdese

Patients choose our Cancer Center because they receive advanced care without losing the personal connection. They are treated by a team that listens, explains options clearly, and stays by their side throughout their journey.