The physician and staff expertise, along with state-of-the-art equipment, lets staff members tailor each patient’s treatment to provide the best possible care.
Radiation oncologist
Radiation oncologists have training in cancer and radiation therapies. They prescribe
the amount and type of treatment for each patient. Radiation oncologists oversee
the care of the patient and work closely with other physicians and members of
the team.
Medical radiation physicists
Medical radiation physicists ensure the equipment works properly and delivers
the right amount of radiation. They work with the radiation oncologists to develop
and direct quality programs for the radiation procedures and equipment.
Registered radiation therapists
Registered radiation therapists prepare the patient for the procedure and operate the equipment that precisely directs radiation beams to the tumor. They are a good resource for treatment and equipment questions.
Radiation oncology nurses
Oncology certified registered nurses assist radiation oncologists in educating patients about
treatment options. They provide direct care to patients to monitor their daily
progress and any side effects that may occur.
Certified Medical Dosimetrists
Dosimetrists develop treatment plans with the radiation oncologist and medical
radiation physicists to ensure the tumor receives the appropriate amount of radiation.
They fine-tune the number and length of treatments.
Nurse practitioner
The nurse practitioner partners with the radiation oncologist in seeing patients, consultation, weekly treatment visits, symptom management and follow up visits.
Radiation Oncology Department
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
Mail Route 11118
800 East 28th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55407
612-863-4060
