Concord Hospital Payson Center for Cancer Care physicians are trained in the most advanced procedures and diagnostic tools available.

• The ACQSIM CT simulator, used in radiation treatment planning, captures cross-sectional images of the tumor that are later used to plan the treatment fields and dosage in each field. With the larger 85-centimeter opening or bore, the simulator offers increased clinical accuracy and comfort for patients.
• The Clinac 21EX machines have several features that improve the method radiation therapy is delivered including multi-field conformal therapy, where the radiation beam conforms to the size and shape of the target, and intensity modulated radiation therapy that helps to avoid critical structures.
• Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy allows physicians and staff to more accurately pinpoint tumors and deliver targeted therapies while sparing normal tissue.
• On-Board Imaging (image guided radiation therapy) allows physicians and staff to increase accuracy of radiation treatment while targeting a specific area and sparing normal tissue.
• The 3D Ultrasound Targeting System allows physicians and staff greater precision and accuracy in treating prostate cancer.

• Digital mammography specifically enhances the ability of physicians and staff to better detect cancer in women under 50 years of age, with dense breast tissue, and who are pre-menopausal.
• Breast Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a complementary diagnostic tool to digital mammography and ultrasound that is used to more effectively detect breast disease.