Meredith & Jeannie Ray Cancer Center
Specialized IMRT

We offer Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) at the Meredith and Jeannie Ray Cancer Center. We are the only facility in the state of Wyoming to offer this technology. Patients are referred to us from across the region for specialized IMRT.

IMRT is not recommended for all cancer patients, but for those with tumors located in close proximity to vital organs it may be their best option. IMRT enables clinicians to control the amount of radiation each 0.5 mm square section of the tumor receives. It also minimizes radiation exposure to surrounding tissue.

The four essential capabilities that distinguish it as the leading technology in cancer care: 

Better Tumor Coverage - IMRT divides each radiation beam into multiple rays called beamlets and assigns varying intensities to individual rays. The amount of radiation each beamlet delivers is adjusted in proportion to the tumor's density.

Lower Complication Rates - By delivering precise doses to the tumor, radiation exposure to surrounding, healthy tissue and organs is minimized and many of the negative side effects associated with traditional therapy are diminished.

Higher Treatment Doses - Higher doses that can completely kill tumors can now be administered to the tumor site. Such high doses of radiation are not possible with most conventional therapies.

Multiple Targets - IMRT can treat multiple tumors at the same time, eliminating the need for extra treatment sessions. We work with physicians to determine if IMRT is appropriate for their patients and continue to work with the referring physician throughout the duration of treatment. After treatment, the patient returns to the referring physician for continued oncology care.

Call Robert Tobin, MD to discuss the potential benefits of IMRT for your patients at 307-742-7586.