CSU Flint Animal Cancer Center
CSU Flint Animal Cancer Center is a general practice practice in Fort Collins, CO. Procedures include Intensity-modulated radiation therapy, chemotherapy, clinical trials, and Stereotactic Radiation Therapy (SRT).
About
The CSU Flint Animal Cancer Center provides advanced cancer diagnostic services, innovative treatment options, and compassionate care for dogs, cats, and other pets with cancer. It is a world leader in pet cancer treatment with nearly four decades of experience, offering a unique combination of expertise from a multidisciplinary team including medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists.
As a specialty referral center, the clinic sees over 1,600 new patients and conducts more than 6,000 appointments annually. It collaborates with other specialty services at the James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital and offers a dedicated clinical trials program.
Surgical team
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Dr. Susan Lana
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Dr. Douglas Thamm
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Dr. Rod Page
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Procedures
- Intensity-modulated radiation therapy
- chemotherapy
- clinical trials
- Stereotactic Radiation Therapy (SRT)
- radiation therapy
- surgery
Equipment
- Varian Trilogy linear accelerator
- dual-energy source CT scanner
- PET/CT
- radiography
- MRI
- ultrasonography
- Varian Edge linear accelerator
Photos
Photos via Google · CSU Flint Animal Cancer Center, Wonder Beagle Murphy, Håkon David Sandt, Tina Fagan, Jennifer Dresser
Frequently asked questions
- What advanced diagnostic tools are utilized for pet cancer assessment?
- For comprehensive diagnostics, the center uses advanced equipment such as a new dual-energy source CT scanner, PET/CT, MRI, ultrasonography, and radiography. Specialized pathology services are also available. Every patient undergoes an extensive evaluation, with results used to design customized treatment plans.
- What specific radiation therapy capabilities does the Flint Animal Cancer Center offer?
- The center features a modern radiation oncology suite equipped with a Varian Trilogy linear accelerator, which offers Stereotactic Radiation Therapy (SRT) and Intensity-modulated radiation therapy capabilities. A new Varian Edge linear accelerator is also available, designed to deliver highly precise and efficient radiation therapy.
- How does the Flint Animal Cancer Center approach patient care and treatment planning?
- Patient care involves a comprehensive assessment by an expert, multidisciplinary team, including medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists. Each treatment plan is customized, with the team collaborating with families to determine the best course of action. Compassionate care and emotional support are also provided.
- Does the Flint Animal Cancer Center conduct research and clinical trials?
- Yes, the center has a dedicated Clinical Trials program, conducting approximately 30 clinical trials annually to evaluate new treatments. For over 40 years, it has been at the forefront of cancer biology research, focusing on comparative oncology to benefit both pets and people.