Professor of Oncology and Otolaryngology
Emory University School of Medicine
The Emory Clinic
Dr. Beitler is a radiation oncologist. In this interview Dr. Beitler provides a great overview of radiation therapy for cancer patients. Included are some guidelines for patients and a discussion of the effectiveness and side-effects associated with radiation treatments.
Interview Questions
About Dr. Beitler
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What is radiation therapy?
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1sec
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For how long is radiation therapy given?
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57sec
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When is radiation therapy more beneficial than other forms of treatment?
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24sec
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Which cancers are best suited for treatment with radiation?
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55sec
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How should a patient prepare for radiation therapy?
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45sec
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What are some of the myths surrounding radiation therapy?
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50sec
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What precautions must be taken if you have radioactive seeds?
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11sec
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Why does brachytherapy work?
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What are some methods of radiation?
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8sec
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What are the side effects of radiation?
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11sec
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What can be done to limit the long-term side effects of radiation?
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18sec
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How effective is radiation therapy?
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12sec
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Could radiation therapy actually cause cancer?
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11sec
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What is the future of radiation therapy?
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57sec
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