New Cancer Treating Equipment in Tyler

TYLER – The ETMC Cancer Institute in Tyler has unveiled a new state-of-the-art radiation technology. The Elekta Versa HD is used to treat a broad spectrum of tumors throughout the body, while enabling treatment of highly complex cancers that require extreme targeting precision. Another benefit is shorter treatment times. The Versa also delivers ultra-low doses of radiation making it safer for the patient. Radiation therapy provides techniques for destroying abnormal cells. Hospital officials say, In many instances, radiation therapy is the single best method for the treatment and cure of cancer. ETMC began offering cancer services in Tyler in 1982 and in Athens in 2009.