The Friendship Lane Center for Cancer Care

03/20/2019

Today is National Kick Butts Day, a national event to encourage young people to stop smoking and va**ng, or never start at all. No matter your age, have a look at the website for some important facts about smoking-related problems. Learn more at https://www.kickbuttsday.org

03/07/2019

"At the age of 10, my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Now, almost 3 decades later, she is a survivor, living a full and happy life. This very personal experience with cancer inspired me to become an oncologist and pushes me on a daily basis to do the very same for my patients- I live by our motto- helping cancer patients become cancer survivors." - Dr. Celine Ord, Medical Director, The Friendship Lane Center for Cancer Care.

03/07/2019

At the Friendship Lane Center for Cancer Care, Dr. Celine Ord and her radiation therapy team work hand-in-hand with other medical professionals to treat many kinds of cancers. We're here to answer your questions about cancer treatment.

It is normal to feel worried or overwhelmed when you learn that you will need radiation therapy. The information in this article can help you prepare for your first treatment.Your radiation therapy teamA highly trained medical team will work together to provide you with the best possible care. This....

03/07/2019

Have you had a chance to see our new website? Visit us online at http://friendshiplane.thecentersforcancercare.com!

At The Centers for Cancer Care, we work diligently to help cancer patients become cancer survivors. The Centers for Cancer Care bring state of the art cancer care to the communities of Uvalde and Fredericksburg. We use advanced technologies, along with a caring and knowledgeable staff to treat the e...

03/07/2019

Radiation Therapy sometimes uses a language all its own. Our talented Fredericksburg-based team will help you get the answers you need about our treatment options. Below is a link to a basic primer on radiation therapy from ACS. Please give our office a call if you'd like to have your questions answered by our cancer treatment professionals!

Radiation therapy uses high-energy particles or waves, such as x-rays, gamma rays, electron beams, or protons, to destroy or damage cancer cells.

03/07/2019

Knowing WHAT to ask can help those seeking cancer treatment better understand the process and the decisions they might need to make. Have a look at this valuable PDF from our professional organization ASTRO for questions you should ask your Radiation Oncologist.