Dr. Paul S Rava MD, PHD
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
9311 Station Circle Dedham MA, 02026About
Dr. Paul Rava practices Radiation Oncology in Dedham, MA. Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that involves treating cancer with radiation. Dr. Rava 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.
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineDr. Paul S Rava MD, PHD's Practice location
Dr. Paul S Rava MD, PHD's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Rava
Recommended Articles
- What Is Stage 4 Bladder Cancer?
Stage 4 bladder cancer is a bladder cancer that has spread through the bladder wall. In this stage, cancer has also invaded the lymph nodes, abdominal wall, and other body organs. This type of cancer is also known as "metastatic" bladder cancer.Stage 4 bladder cancer applies to bladder cancer that...
- Does Bladder Cancer Require Chemotherapy for Treatment?
Does bladder cancer require chemotherapy for treatment?Bladder cancer can be treated through a number of ways and chemotherapy is one of them. Chemotherapy is an important treatment method and it works well in many cases. However, to understand whether it is necessary, it is important to know what...
- Treatments for Liver Cancer
During liver cancer treatment, different healthcare professionals work together to come up with an overall treatment plan. The treatment plan combines different types of cancer treatment to get a successful cure. This group of doctors is called a "multidisciplinary team", which include:...
- What Are the Risks of Radiation Therapy?
Radiation therapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses radiation to destroy the tumor. During the treatment, forms of radiation such as gamma rays or x-rays are used. It is one of the most employed means of treating cancer due to its effectiveness. In the treatment of cancer, it can be used as...
- Radiation Therapy for Cancer
When it comes to cancer, the common treatments are chemotherapy and radiation therapy, which work by the use of X-rays, gamma rays, and charged particles. They are usually directed at the area where the cancer is growing. Radiation therapy is delivered through the use of machines and implants or by...
- All About Radiation Treatment for Breast Cancer
Continuous advancements in diagnostic and treatment methods have made breast cancer go from being a death sentence to being something that can be treated effectively for many women. Generally, breast cancer treatment falls into the categories of surgery, chemotherapy, biologic therapies, and...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Lyubov Girshovich MD41 Mall Road Burlington Massachusetts 01805
- Dr. Jay Harris MD44 Binney Street Dana 1622 Boston MA 02115
- Dr. William Davenport Powlis M.D.101 Columbian St South Weymouth MA 02190
- Dr. Akila Viswanathan MD MPH75 Francis Street Asb1-L2 Boston MA 02115
- Dr. Kathryn E. Huber M.D., PH.D.800 Washington St # 359 Boston MA 02111
- Dr. Tracy A Balboni M.D., M.P.H.44 Binney St Boston MA 02115