Dr. Dr. Rumpa Amornmarn, MD
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
737 West Oak Street Kissimmee FL, 34741About
Dr. Rumpa Amornmarn practices Radiation Oncology in Kissimmee, FL. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Amornmarn specializes in treating cancer with radiation, using radiation therapy to treat a wide variety of cancers. Radiation therapy uses carefully targeted and regulated doses of high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells.
Education and Training
Mahidol Univ-Siriraj Hosp- Fac Of Med- Bangkok- Thailand 1971
Ramathibodi Hospital Faculty of Medicine 1971
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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Dr. Dr. Rumpa Amornmarn, MD's Expert Contributions
Can pneumonia be missed on a CT scan?
Possibly, if it is very early stage. READ MORE
Does a CT scan show bowel problems?
Yes, but not all of them. It should be done with intravenous and oral contrast to see the lesion better. READ MORE
How does radiation therapy work on cancer?
It kills cancer and shrinks the tumor. There is some risks when patient has surgery including bleeding , infection and damage to normal brain tissue or nerves READ MORE
What blood test shows if you are anemic?
Blood for CBC difference count and look at HCT, HGB and RBC and what type of anemia look at MCV,MCH Nd MCHC READ MORE
Can prostate cancer be cured with radiation?
Yes. It can be cured with radiation therapy using new technology IMRT( intensity modulated radiation therapy)with IGRT( Image guided radiation therapy) With very high success rate and minimal morbidity.In patient with high grade ,high PSA and stage. Patient may need ADT ( hormonal injection) in additional to improve cure rate. READ MORE
Can I drive after radiation treatment?
You should be able to drive except you receive treatment to brain. READ MORE
Is chemotherapy effective for blood cancers?
Yes. There are many advanced treatments (chemotherapy and bone marrow transplant) for leukemia. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from radiation fatigue?
It may not be related to radiation treatment. Check your blood to make sure you are not anemic or heart damage from chemotherapy such as from adriiamycin. Radiation fatigue is usually happen during treatment if you receive treatment to large area.It is not common to occur after treatment except underlying disease. READ MORE
Should a benign brain tumor be removed?
Depending what type of brain tumor, some asymptomatic small meningioma can be monitored without surgery. READ MORE
How does smoking affect your lungs?
It can damage lung and heart and cause cancer. READ MORE
What are nonsurgical treatments for blood disorders?
If you have small aneurysm or AVM malformation, Radiosurgery maybe an option for you. But you need to find an institution with a neurosurgeon who is an expert in Radiosurgery and consult the doctor. One of the universities is UCSF in San Francisco, CA. READ MORE
How long is your immune system compromised after chemo and radiation?
I am not sure but after cancer treatment, in general your immune system will not be the same. Radiation treatment seems to be less problem than chemotherapy and shorter duration. READ MORE
Localized pressure-like headache for 4 months?
If you have MRI with and without contrast, it is unlikely to miss it. It may be related to migraine or vascular problems. Find a good neurologist . READ MORE
What causes blood cancers to develop in children?
Usually environmental (chemical or low dose radiation, exposure to atomic bombs, or unknown). READ MORE
How long for the immune system to recover after radiation?
Depending the type of cancer, stage and how large area to be treated, location any other combined treatments and patient’s underlying diseases. READ MORE
Do tumors continue to shrink after radiation?
Yes. Tumor will continue to shrink after radiation therapy. How fast will depend on the type of tumor and location. READ MORE
What is the best treatment for a child with leukemia?
Leukemia usually treated with chemotherapy and bone marrow transplant. The best person to ask is her pediatric oncologist. He or she should be able to answer your questions depending on what type of leukemia.Acute leukemia in the young has verY high cure rate > 90 % since early 1070 READ MORE
What is the difference between Hodgkin Lymphoma (HL) and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL)?
Different type. READ MORE
Can you be hospitalized for anemia?
Yes, if your anemia is very low or your doctor thinks that you may acute leukemia or bone marrow failure. READ MORE
How do radiation treatments affect children?
It can cause long-term side effects such as stunted growth, scar tissue, or damage to the kidneys. READ MORE
Treatments
- Prostate Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Lymphoma
- Aerolase® Technologies
- Wrinkle & Scar Improvement
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
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