Use of Low Dose Radiation in the Treatment of Osteoarthritis

Presented by Astera Cancer Care, Princeton Radiation Oncology. This program is open to everyone dealing with osteoarthritis who would like to learn about state-of-the-art ways that it is being treated with radiation therapy. Discussion topics include: Review the use of radiation in non malignant diseases What causes pain in osteoarthritis Why should radiation work Data supporting the use Astera results Presented by Edward Soffen, MD from Astera Cancer Care, Princeton Radiation Oncology. Dr. Soffen received his Bachelor of Arts degree in biology, graduating Phi Beta Kappa, from Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, before obtaining his medical degree and his selection to Alpha Omega Alpha Society from Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia. He completed his residency in radiation oncology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. Dr. Soffen served on the faculty of the University of Pennsylvania and at Fox Chase Cancer Center. He is currently on the faculty of Rutgers University Medical School, New Brunswick, New Jersey.