CebuDoc ushers in a New Era in Cancer Care with First Varian Halcyon Linear Accelerator in Visayas and Mindanao region

CebuDoc, a leading healthcare institution in the Visayas, proudly announces the acquisition of the Varian Halcyon™ Linear Accelerator, a state-of-the-art radiation therapy system by Siemens Healthineers. This marks a major leap forward in the hospital's ongoing commitment to providing world-class cancer treatment.

This cutting-edge technology from Siemens Healthineers offers faster, high-quality, and 100% image-guided radiation therapy, ushering in a new era of hope and healing for cancer patients.

With the Halcyon system, treatments that once took long and strenuous hours completed in minutes, ensuring patient comfort without compromising precision and efficacy.

"Acquiring the Varian Halcyon is a key step in our mission to advance healthcare excellence.

We want to ensure that cancer patients do not have to travel far to receive world-class treatment," said Dr. Potenciano "Yong" Larrazabal III, President and Chairman of CebuDoc Group. "This investment underscores our commitment to improving cancer care standards and making advanced technology accessible to everyone."

Patients receiving treatment with the Halcyon system can look forward to a significantly more comfortable and welcoming experience. These sessions are designed to be shorter, quieter, and more efficient; featuring integrated imaging technology that guarantees precise positioning for every treatment. "Our mission goes beyond simply treating cancer; it's about offering compassionate care that truly supports and eases the journey for each patient," emphasized Dr. Yong Larrazabal.

Revolutionizing Cancer Care with the Halcyon™ Linear Accelerator: A Leap Toward Precision and Accessibility

The installation of the Varian Halcyon Linear Accelerator marks a pivotal step in CebuDoc Group's commitment to delivering world-class cancer care. Aligned with the institution's vision of being a leader in medical innovation in the Philippines, this development reinforces CebuDoc's dedication to integrating breakthrough technologies that elevate patient outcomes, improve quality of life, and bring hope to families affected by cancer throughout the region.

Dr. Hilario Cabaitan, Radiation Oncologist at CebuDoc Radiation Therapy Center, shared how this revolutionary equipment is already transforming patient outcomes.

"With the Halcyon system, we can deliver highly targeted treatment with unmatched precision. It's fully image-guided, which allows us to monitor and adjust every single session based on the patient's exact anatomy that day. This greatly improves results and reduces side effects."

True to CebuDoc's long-standing dedication to compassionate care, Dr. Yong Larrazabal further emphasized the hospital group's effort to extend its services beyond borders and barriers. 

"Our goal has always been to provide quality treatment at cost-effective rates. Through our foundation and charity programs, even underprivileged patients can now access this state-of-the-art cancer therapy. Everyone deserves a fighting chance.

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This milestone reaffirms CebuDoc Group's position as a healthcare leader not just in Cebu, but throughout the region-bringing global innovation home and transforming lives through pioneering technology and heartfelt service.

"This is more than just acquiring a new machine," added Dr Yong Larrazabal. "This is our commitment to providing world-class healthcare right here in the Visayas and Mindanao. By investing in cutting-edge radiation therapy technology, we aim to bring hope, healing, and healthcare excellence closer to every cancer patient in the region."

As CebuDoc Radiation Therapy Center leads the charge in redefining cancer treatment, patients no longer need to travel far for world-class care - it's now available right at their doorstep.

About CebuDoc Group

CebuDoc Group is one of the most trusted and respected healthcare networks in the Philippines, known for its unwavering commitment to medical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care. The launch of the new Radiation Therapy Center is part of CebuDoc's ongoing mission to elevate healthcare standards and make advanced medical technologies accessible to more Filipinos.

For more information, contact CebuDoc Radiation Therapy Center at 253-7511 local 115 or 09985668267.