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Pediatric Radiation Oncology

Mass General for Children’s Department of Radiation Oncology provides pediatric radiation therapy to treat a variety of tumors in children using the most current techniques available.

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Overview

Mass General for Children’s (MGfC) Department of Pediatric Radiation Oncology targets tumors using the latest and most advanced pediatric radiotherapy treatments and techniques. Pediatric radiation oncologists collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure personalized, integrated, and family-centered care for every patient. As part of Massachusetts General Hospital, MGfC offers access to the only proton therapy site in all of New England. This type of radiation therapy can be beneficial when treating tumors in younger patients as it minimizes the long-term effects on growth and development.

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Proton Therapy for Children

Proton Therapy for Children

We have one of the largest pediatric proton therapy programs in the world.

FAQs

FAQs

Frequently asked questions about proton therapy for children.

Proton Therapy Videos

Proton Therapy Videos

Watch a real patient's visit to the Proton Therapy Center.

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