UF Radiation Oncology
A pioneer in the field of radiation oncology, UF maintains one of the best academic radiation oncology programs in the country. Our department is committed to superb patient care and excellence in research, teaching, and leadership on the local, state, national, and international levels.
Patient care
When the diagnosis is cancer
Treatment Options
The treatment of cancer usually involves surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or a combination of these methods.
An overview for patients
Radiation Therapy
Cancer cells grow by multiplying or dividing to make new tumor cells. Radiation therapy causes changes within a cancer cell to stop its development.
Determining the best approach
Targeted Cancers
Cancer treatment may vary depending upon the type of cancer, the stage of cancer, and the goal of treatment.
Before your appointment
Patient Information
Find directions and parking information, our New Patient Checklist, lodging, and financial arrangements here.
People
Faculty and staff
Meet Our Teams
Find out about our renowned clinicians, medical physicists, research scientists, administrative assistants, and support staff.
in the news
UF Health Initiatives Highlight Cancer…
In recognition of Black History Month, the UF Health Cancer Center and the UF department of radiation oncology are highlighting ongoing health…
Assistant Professor Appointed Vice Chair of the…
UF Radiation Oncology Assistant Professor Kathryn E. Hitchcock, MD, PhD has been appointed vice chair of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI…
UF faculty strive to increase diversity in cancer…
Three early-stage investigators at the UF Health Cancer Center have received the opportunity to participate in a national training and mentoring…
Education
Excellence in Teaching and Research
Residency, Graduate & Fellowship Programs
Our residency, graduate, and fellowship programs provide training in all aspects of oncology and opportunities to work on world-class research projects .
Research
determining new Treatment Outcomes
Radiation Oncology Research
One of the great benefits of receiving cancer care at an academic health center is that our teams participate in cutting-edge research.
