Radiation Oncology
The Radiation Oncology Service at Ohio State's Veterinary Medical Center provides radiation therapy for a variety of tumor types in both large and small animal patients. We are the only facility in central Ohio to offer stereotactic radiation therapyand intensity modulated radiation therapy provided by board-certified radiation oncologists. With many treatment options and comprehensive, targeted treatment plans, the radiation oncology service aims to provide the best quality of life and patient care while also embracing advancements in the fields of radiology, oncology, and radiation treatments.
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Hours & Appointment Scheduling
Our Oncology Department sees patients by appointment only.
The Oncology liaison is available to answer your questions or schedule an appointment Monday – Friday*, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm and may be reached at
(614) 247-0583 or osuvet.oncology@osu.edu.
If you would like your pet to be seen by one of our specialists, please have your primary care veterinarian submit a referral through our rVetLink Referral Portal. Instructions on how to submit a referral through our portal can be found in the “Referring Veterinarians” section. Once we receive the referral, our liaison will contact you to schedule an appointment.
If your pet is experiencing a medical emergency, please contact your primary care veterinarian, the nearest emergency veterinarian hospital or visit our Emergency Department 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
* The office is closed daily for lunch from 1:00 to 1:30 pm. If you reach us during this time, please leave a detailed voicemail and your call will be returned. For emergency assistance, call (614) 292-3551. The Oncology department is closed in observance of all federal holidays.
Common Tumors Treated with Radiation Therapy
The following tumors can by treated with radiation therapy. Often surgery or chemotherapy will be recommended as part of the comprehensive treatment for the patient.
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Brain Tumors - all types
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Carcinomas (Thyroid, Anal Sac, etc.)
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Equine Sarcoids
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Fibrosarcomas
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Hemangiopericytomas
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Mast Cell Tumors
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Nasal Tumors - all types
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Oral Tumors - all types
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Osteosarcoma and other bone tumors
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Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors
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Many other tumor types, call for more information
Service Highlights
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Board-certified Radiation Oncologists
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State-of-the-art Linear Accelerator and 3D treatment planning system: Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT)
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In-house animal boarding
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Large animal treatment capability
Special Equipment & Technology
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Siemens Oncor Linear Accelerator with photon and electron capability
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- 160-leaf Multileaf Collimator for precise tumor targeting
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VarianTM Eclipse 3-dimensional treatment planning software
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128-slice CT scanner
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3T MRI
What to Expect
If your veterinarian has confirmed the diagnosis of cancer in your pet, have he or she call our hospital and discuss your pet’s case with the Radiation Oncologist. Your veterinarian will then provide you with information such as the recommended treatment protocol, the expectations and cost of the treatment and any potential side effects of the therapy. You are then encouraged to contact the Radiation Oncologist to have any additional questions answered and to schedule an appointment for therapy.
They sent Hank home with a bandana congratulating him on his completion of radiation. That was very appreciated that they took the time to say something for how well he did!
Care Team
Christopher Bloom
Bailey Hendrickson
Clinical Trials
The Radiation Oncology Service is often recruiting patients for a number of studies for which your pet may be eligible. If you have any questions regarding your pet's eligibility, please contact the Blue Buffalo Clinical Trials Office (cvm-clinicaltrials@osu.edu).
For a listing of current trials please click here.