The University of Iowa Department of Radiation Oncology faculty and staff take pride in employing the most up-to-date techniques for diagnosis and treatment, advancing the field of radiation oncology through first-rate research and development, and delivering superior education and training to the next generation of clinicians.
# 1
Department in patient satisfaction at University of Iowa Health Care
Radiation Oncology was rated as the leader in patient satisfaction for the last four years by the patients whom we treat.
The Only
Department in the region to use the MR-Linac for patient treatment
The Elekta Unity MR-Linac was the third of its kind to be commissioned in the US.
News
Tiny tardigrades may hold clues to cancer care
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Researchers found that a protein made by tiny creatures called tardigrades can protect mouse and human cells from radiation damage. The findings hold promise for reducing the harmful side effects of radiation therapy to treat cancer.
A tardigrade protein helped reduce radiation damage in mice
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Humans undergoing similar radiation for cancer treatment often suffer painful side effects
Tardigrade protein may help protect cancer patients from radiation side effects
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Researchers at University of Iowa Health Care, MIT, and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, are creating a unique approach to protect healthy tissue during radiation therapy.
