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National Cancer Survivor Month: Honoring Strength and Progress
June 14, 2024 - June is a special month dedicated to celebrating the resilience and achievements of cancer survivors worldwide. National Cancer Survivor Month honors the strength of those who have faced cancer, inspires those newly diagnosed, and acknowledges advancements in cancer treatment that have made survivorship possible. Throughout June, communities unite to celebrate…Treating Trigeminal Neuralgia with the CyberKnife
May 20, 2024 - Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a chronic pain condition affecting the trigeminal nerve (a three-branched nerve that carries sensations from the face to the brain and controls facial motor functions such as biting and chewing). TN is characterized by episodes of sudden, explosive severe pain along the trigeminal nerve, with periods…Questions to Ask About Brain Tumors
May 20, 2024 - May is National Brain Tumor Awareness Month, a time to educate others, fundraise, and offer support to brain tumor patients. Austin CyberKnife is participating in this effort by encouraging patients with newly diagnosed brain tumors to seek information and second opinions about treatment options and their care plan. It’s important…Screening Guidelines for Prostate Cancer
April 26, 2024 - Prostate cancer is a common concern for men, but screening guidelines can vary. This can be confusing. Let’s explore the potential benefits and drawbacks of prostate cancer screening to help you make an informed decision with your doctor. Benefits: Early detection of high-risk prostate cancer allows for successful treatment, potentially…Dr. Heuser's Journey
Discover how Dr. Heuser, a highly respected general surgeon, made the pivotal decision to choose the CyberKnife technology in his personal battle against prostate cancer.
Breaking Free from TN Pain
For over 16 years, Vernon Traxler endured painful trigeminal neuralgia before finding relief with the CyberKnife. Watch him describe his journey and how he feels after treatment.
Precision Strikes Back
The CyberKnife delivers a powerful one-two punch against prostate cancer, targeting tumors directly with high-dose radiation, all while minimizing damage to healthy tissue.