The Radiotherapy Center at RAM2 Hospital elevates the quality of cancer treatment with a team of specialists in radiotherapy and oncology, employing state-of-the-art technology. The aim is to deliver effective treatment, increasing the chances of complete recovery from cancer while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues. This approach promotes faster recovery and reduces side effects or complications.

Radiotherapy Center

     The 4D Technology Radiotherapy Center provides radiation therapy for all types and systems of cancer, categorized by the location of the cancer cell:

• Head and Neck Cancers: Brain tumors, laryngeal cancer, oral cavity cancer, nasopharyngeal cancer, nasal and sinus cancer, tongue cancer.
• Thoracic Cancers: Breast cancer, lung cancer.
• Gastrointestinal Cancers: Esophageal cancer, stomach cancer, colorectal cancer, liver cancer, cholangiocarcinoma.
• Urological and Male Reproductive Cancers: Bladder cancer, prostate cancer.
• Female Reproductive Cancers: Cervical cancer, uterine cancer, vulva cancer.
• Skin Cancers: Melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma.
• Various Tumors: Benign brain tumors, meningiomas.
• Post-Surgical Keloid Treatment: For raised scars or keloids.
• Abnormal bone growth: Such as heterotopic ossification (HO)following bone fractures.
• Chemotherapy Treatments: Administered alongside radiotherapy when necessary.

This comprehensive care ensures precise and targeted treatment tailored to individual patient needs.

Multidisciplinary Team of  RAM2 Radiotherapy Center - LINAC 4D Technology

Multidisciplinary Team

     RAM2 Radiotherapy Center: LINAC 4D Technology is ready to serve patients with a team of highly skilled and specialized medical professionals in radiotherapy and oncology. The team includes medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, medical physicists, Radiation therapists, and oncology-specialized nurses. They work closely together at every stage of treatment, ensuring patients receive the best care and progress through the treatment process with confidence.

Holistic Care Approach

     We emphasize comprehensive, patient-centered care to achieve optimal cancer treatment outcomes, addressing both physical and emotional well-being. Recognizing the complexity of health conditions that cancer patients may face, such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, immune disorders, infections, blood disorders, and other chronic illnesses, our team provides well-rounded care that balances cancer treatment with management of coexisting conditions.

Our goal is to deliver the best possible treatment results while supporting the overall health and quality of life of each patient.

Advanced Cancer Care at RAM2 Radiotherapy Center: LINAC 4D Technology

• Cutting-Edge Technology: Ensuring highly effective cancer treatment.
• Specialized Radiation Techniques: Offering IMRT, VMAT, SRT, and DIBH to target cancer with unparalleled accuracy while protecting healthy tissue.
• 4D Motion Tracking System: Our advanced equipment tracks patient movements in real-time during radiation sessions, ensuring precision at every moment.
• Expert Multidisciplinary Team: A team of specialists in radiotherapy and oncology dedicated to providing comprehensive care.

"We stand by our patients every step of the way, striving to restore their health and quality of life with innovative technology and personalized care."

Why Choose Treatment at RAM2 Radiotherapy Center: LINAC 4D Technology

1.  One-Day Comprehensive Treatment Planning with Multidisciplinary Expertise (Tumor Conference) 

     We host a weekly Tumor Conference where specialists from multiple fields collaborate to develop a complete treatment plan. This allows patients to receive a thorough diagnosis and treatment plan on the same day, minimizing delays and travel, and maximizing convenience.
 

2.  Cutting-Edge Technology for Maximum Precision

     Our center is equipped with the Elekta linear accelerator alongside the surface tracking system, supporting advanced radiation techniques such as 3D, 4D, IMRT, VMAT, and SRT. These cutting-edge technologies deliver:

• Exceptional precision in targeting cancer cells.
• Shorter treatment durations.
• Reduced impact on healthy tissues, ensuring safer and more effective care.
   

3.  Expert Multidisciplinary Team Specializing in Cancer and Radiation Therapy

     Our team of specialists includes medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, medical physicists, and radiotherapists who bring extensive experience and expertise. They collaborate to deliver personalized treatment plans that ensure the best possible outcomes for every patient.
 

4.  Rapid Treatment Initiation

     We are committed to providing timely care with efficient radiation simulations and prompt treatment initiation. This ensures patients receive the right treatment at the right time, tailored to their specific disease stage.
 

5.  Convenience and Flexibility for Every Patient

• Patients can choose radiation schedules that fit their personal routines.
• Comfortable accommodations are available for both patients and their families, ensuring peace of mind throughout the treatment process.
   

Technologies For Patient

1.  Online Consultation 

     Our dedicated online platform allows patients to connect with specialists daily, making it easier to get answers to questions or seek guidance at any time. This service helps reduce anxiety and keeps patients informed and confident throughout their treatment journey.
 

2.  Advanced Technology Combined with Compassionate Care

     RAM2 Hospital prioritizes not only advanced medical treatment but also patient-centered care filled with empathy. The medical and nursing teams are committed to supporting patients at every step, ensuring the best treatment outcomes.

Technology in Radiation Therapy

• CT simulator
  
  
   

• Linear Accelerator
  
  

Advanced Technology with Particle Accelerator for Maximum Precision

     Radiotherapy techniques and methods have continuously evolved to provide more precise and tailored treatments for each patient. The main radiation techniques currently used include 3D-CRT, 4D-RT, IMRT, VMAT, and Stereotactic Radiotherapy.

1.  3D Conformal Radiotherapy (3D-CRT)

     3D-CRT uses CT scan images to create a three-dimensional model of the tumor, mapping its width, length, and height for treatment planning. This allows for precise calculation of radiation doses and the adjustment of radiation beams to match the shape of the tumor, minimizing the radiation exposure to surrounding healthy tissues.

2.  4D Radiotherapy (4D-RT)

     4D-RT is an advanced technique that, in addition to using 3D images from a CT scan, also incorporates surface tracking (tracking the patient's body surface) and respiratory data (monitoring breathing) into the treatment planning. This improves accuracy when targeting tumors in the chest, especially for lung and breast cancers, where critical organs like the heart are close to the radiation field. 4D-RT reduces radiation exposure to the heart, minimizing potential side effects, while allowing higher doses to target the tumor.

3.  Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)

     IMRT builds on 3D-CRT by using Multileaf Collimators (MLC) to adjust the intensity of the radiation beams in specific areas with precision. This technique delivers the highest radiation dose to the tumor while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. Although it takes more time than 3D-CRT, it is ideal for cancers located in complex areas, such as head and neck cancers.

4.  Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)

     VMAT is a technique developed after IMRT, in which the radiation machine continuously rotates around the patient while adjusting the shape and dose of radiation in different areas according to the tumor's characteristics. VMAT can rotate up to 360 degrees, allowing for more angles of radiation delivery, reducing treatment time, and improving the ability to target tumors from multiple directions. It is particularly useful for prostate cancer, brain cancer, and tumors in complex locations.

5.  Stereotactic Radiotherapy (SRT)

     SRT delivers high-dose radiation with extreme precision in fewer sessions. It employs fixation devices to reduce patient movement, requiring more time for each session compared to other techniques. SRT can be categorized into:

• Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS): A single high-dose radiation treatment.
• Stereotactic Radiation Therapy (SRT): High-dose radiation over multiple sessions (commonly 3–5) for intracranial lesions, such as brain tumors.
• Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT): High-dose radiation over multiple sessions (typically 3–10) for extracranial lesions, such as lung, liver, or prostate cancers.

Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH)

     DIBH involves the patient taking a deep breath and holding it for a specific period. Deep inhalation pushes the heart downward and further away from the breast, reducing radiation exposure to the heart.

Role of Catalyst+ HD in DIBH

     Catalyst+ HD uses 3D Surface Imaging Technology to monitor the patient’s body position in real-time. It precisely tracks changes in body alignment and breathing patterns, ensuring that the patient maintains the optimal position during breath-hold. This accuracy is crucial for the success of the DIBH technique.

Benefits of Using DIBH with Catalyst+ HD

• Reduced Radiation to the Heart Deep breathing increases the distance between the heart and the left breast, significantly lowering the risk of long-term heart disease.
• Enhanced Accuracy The Catalyst+ HD system continuously monitors patient movement, ensuring that radiation is delivered precisely according to the treatment plan.
• Fewer Side Effects By minimizing radiation exposure to the lungs and heart, short-term and long-term side effects are significantly reduced.

Advantages of the Elekta Infinity LINAC Radiotherapy Machine

• High Precision Advanced technologies such as Image Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT) verify patient positioning before treatment, and Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) minimizes radiation exposure to nearby healthy tissues.
• Faster Treatment Equipped with Dynamic Agility™ MLC, the machine can swiftly adjust the radiation beam’s shape. Combined with VMAT, this reduces the duration of each treatment session.
• Versatility Supports a wide range of radiotherapy techniques, including Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT), Stereotactic Radiotherapy (SRT), Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT), and tailored to the specific condition and tumor location of the patient.
• Enhanced Safety Features automated controls and pre-treatment verification systems to minimize errors and enhance reliability.

Ideal Patient Groups for Elekta Infinity

• Patients requiring high precision Those with tumors near critical organs, such as brain cancer, head and neck cancer, and lung cancer.
• Patients needing specialized techniques Cases requiring VMAT, SBRT, or SRT for small tumors needing high radiation doses in a confined area.
• Non-cancerous tumors Such as meningiomas and other benign growths.

For more information please contact:
 RAM2 Radiotherapy Center - LINAC 4D Technology
Email: information@ram2-hosp.com
Line Official: @ram2
Tel: 02-032-3888 ext 20111

  Doctor Team of RAM2 Radiotherapy Center - LINAC 4D Technology  

Dr.Natthakorn Thanamitsomboon
Radiotherapy and Oncology
RAM2 Hospital

 

Dr.Achiraya Teyateeti
Radiotherapy and Oncology
RAM2 Hospital

 

Dr.Pitchaya Sakyanun
Radiotherapy and Oncology
RAM2 Hospital

 

Dr.Warissara Rongthong
Radiotherapy and Oncology
RAM2 Hospital