Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center Adds TrueBeam Photon Therapy System Enhancing Advanced Cancer Care Capabilities

Patients in Monmouth County now benefit from newly expanded, state-of-the-art radiation oncology treatment options thanks to the addition of the TrueBeam^TM photon therapy system to the Statesir Cancer Center at Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center.

Using high-energy X-rays, the TrueBeam system delivers targeted radiation to destroy cancer cells while helping preserve surrounding healthy tissue. Combining enhanced imaging, real-time motion management and high-dose-rate radiation therapy, the technology allows physicians to deliver highly precise treatments tailored to each patient’s needs. It supports highly targeted radiation therapy for brain and body tumors, including breast, lung, prostate, head and neck, pelvic, spinal and abdominal cancers.

“At Atlantic Health CentraState, we’re committed to bringing the latest advances in cancer care to the communities we serve,” says Maureen Schneider, PhD, MBA, RN, FACHE, Senior Vice President, Atlantic Health and Interim President and CEO, Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center. “By expanding our radiation oncology capabilities, we’re making it easier for patients in Monmouth County to receive leading-edge treatment close to home.”

The transformative technology enhances radiation oncology services by adding advanced techniques such as stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) and stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS). SRS is an incisionless treatment for certain brain tumors that delivers a highly concentrated dose of radiation with exceptional precision while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy brain tissue. This advanced capability supports the continued growth of Atlantic Health's neuro-oncology program at Atlantic Health CentraState.

“Radiation therapy is an essential element to multidisciplinary cancer care,” says Alexander Itskovich, MD, Medical Director, Statesir Cancer Center at Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center. “The TrueBeam platform enables enhanced imaging and faster, individualized treatment delivery, which helps clinicians to target tumors with greater precision – sparing healthy tissue – while improving patient comfort and convenience.”

The addition of the TrueBeam system continues Atlantic Health’s commitment to providing patients with comprehensive, personalized cancer care in their local community, helping reduce the logistical challenges often associated with treatment. That means offering patients access to top cancer specialists, clinical trials, innovative technology and treatments and support services across New Jersey.