BURR
RIDGE, Ill., April 17,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SkinCure Oncology, the world
leader in providing a comprehensive model for the delivery of
Image-Guided Superficial Radiation Therapy (Image-Guided SRT), a
nonsurgical treatment with the highest cure rate for common skin
cancers, today announced its availability in Washington at an event at Frontier Dermatology
in Mill Creek. This is the first
medical practice in the state to offer this GentleCure™ treatment
experience.
Image-Guided SRT is the only treatment for nonmelanoma skin
cancer (basal and squamous cell carcinoma) that uses ultrasound
imaging to help clinicians direct low-level x-rays to targeted
areas of the skin, killing cancer cells without bleeding, pain,
surgical scarring or need for reconstructive surgery. A study
published in the journal Oncology and Therapy showed that
Image-Guided SRT produces a 99.3 percent cure rate for early stage
nonmelanoma, making it just as effective as traditional surgical
treatment.
Dieter Schmidt, M.D., FAAD,
FACMS, of Frontier Dermatology, noted, "More than 68,000
Washingtonians are expected to be diagnosed with nonmelanoma skin
cancer this year alone. It is essential for them to have
information on all available treatment options, both surgical and
nonsurgical, so they can make informed decisions about their care.
Image-Guided SRT is one of the most exciting technological
innovations in dermatology today. We call it the GentleCure
experience, and we are proud to be the first in Washington to offer it."
Joining Dr. Schmidt at the event was Mill Creek Mayor Brian
Holtzclaw, who said, "We are a community of nature lovers
and outdoor enthusiasts here in Mill
Creek, and whether you're swinging a driver at Mill Creek
Country Club, a paddle on the pickleball courts at Heron or
Highlands Park, or simply just taking in the scenery on one of our
many nature trails and community parks, it's critical that we take
the necessary steps to protect ourselves from the sun's rays. In
those cases where exposure to the sun or other factors leads to a
cancer diagnosis, patients now have more treatment options,
including the new, nonsurgical standard of care called GentleCure.
I want to thank Dr. Schmidt and Frontier Dermatology for bringing
GentleCure to our city and state. It's a proud moment for us
all."
"We at SkinCure Oncology are delighted to partner with Frontier
Dermatology to offer this highly effective, noninvasive treatment
option for their patients," said Kerwin
Brandt, Chief Executive Officer of the Chicago-based company. "Patients everywhere
should have the choice of curing their nonmelanoma skin cancer
without surgery."
About SkinCure Oncology
SkinCure Oncology is the world
leader in providing a comprehensive model for the delivery of
Image-Guided Superficial Radiation Therapy (Image-Guided SRT), the
most advanced nonsurgical treatment for common skin cancer. The
company partners with quality-focused dermatologists, Mohs surgeons
and other physicians to bring cancer center-level radiation therapy
treatment to private practices. Presented to patients as the
GentleCure™ experience, Image-Guided SRT is available from some 500
physicians nationwide, with more than 75,000 patients having been
treated. Learn more about the company at SkinCureOncology.com,
and visit GentleCure.com for helpful consumer and patient
information.
Media Contact:
Matt
Russell
Russell Public Communications
520-232-9840
mrussell@russellpublic.com
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