DR. ALBERT JAMES CHANG MD PHD
NPI 1104089267
Radiology - Radiation Oncology in Los Angeles, CA

Complex radiation therapy planning is a process to determine the most effective way to deliver radiation to a specific area in your body. It involves detailed imaging to map your body's structure, allowing for precise targeting of cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue.

Special radiation treatment is a medical procedure that uses high-energy rays to destroy or damage cancer cells. It's a targeted approach that aims to minimize harm to healthy tissues. The treatment duration varies based on individual health conditions.

High-dose radiation therapy with more than 12 channels is a treatment method that uses powerful radiation to target and destroy harmful cells in the body. This advanced technique allows for precise targeting, reducing harm to surrounding healthy tissue.

This procedure involves the introduction of a biodegradable substance near a gland located in the lower abdomen. This substance helps to create a barrier between the gland and nearby tissues, aiding in the precise delivery of treatment to the intended area.

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

This procedure involves placing a small device in the gland below the bladder to deliver radiation therapy. This helps target therapy directly to the concerned area, potentially reducing side effects and improving treatment effectiveness.

High-dose radiation therapy with 2-12 channels is a treatment where concentrated radiation beams target specific areas in the body to destroy cancer cells. The number of channels refers to how the radiation is delivered from different angles for optimal treatment.

This procedure involves placing a fine needle or small tube into a gland located in the lower part of your body. It's done to deliver radiation therapy directly to the area, helping to treat conditions effectively. It's performed by a trained professional.

Radiation therapy dose calculation is a process to determine the exact amount of radiation needed to treat a specific area in the body. This calculation helps ensure the treatment is effective while minimizing harm to healthy tissues. It's a key part of planning your radiation therapy.

This procedure involves gathering essential information to create the best radiation treatment plan for a specific area. It includes scanning the treatment area and using this data to calculate the precise dose of radiation needed to target the disease effectively, while sparing healthy tissue.

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

Ultrasonic guidance for radiation therapy is a technique that uses ultrasound images to accurately target the area requiring treatment. It helps ensure radiation is directed precisely, reducing harm to healthy tissues.

High precision radiation therapy planning involves detailed mapping of your body to target cancer cells accurately. Advanced imaging techniques help identify the exact location of the tumor, minimizing harm to healthy tissues. This personalized approach enhances effectiveness and reduces side effects.

A radiation treatment device is custom-made for each patient to target cancer cells with high precision. It's designed to focus radiation on the tumor, sparing healthy tissue. This process ensures effective therapy while minimizing side effects.

This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.

This procedure involves using targeted radiation to treat a lesion in the brain over several sessions. The radiation destroys the abnormal cells, helping to control or eliminate the lesion. It's a non-invasive treatment, meaning no surgical cuts are made.

A biopsy of the prostate gland is a procedure where a small sample of tissue is taken from your body's internal gland, located near the bladder, for testing. This helps in diagnosing potential health issues. It's usually done with a fine needle and imaging technology for accuracy.

An ultrasound scan of the prostate through the rectum, also known as a transrectal ultrasound, is a procedure where a small probe is gently inserted into the rectum. This probe produces sound waves to create images of the prostate gland, which helps doctors assess its size and condition.

A simple radiation treatment device is designed and built to target specific areas in your body with high energy rays. This process is carefully planned to ensure that the radiation accurately reaches the area needing treatment, while minimizing exposure to healthy tissues.

This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.