What does GHRO mean in ONCOLOGY

Greater Houston Radiation Oncology (GHRO) is a specialized healthcare provider that offers radiation oncology services to cancer patients throughout the greater Houston area. We use advanced treatment techniques and technologies to provide the most effective and comfortable care possible.

You can call us directly to receive information or schedule an appointment. You can also check with your primary physician who may be able to refer you to our practice for specialized treatment.

Our team includes a full roster of experienced radiation oncologists, medical personnel, certified technicians, and supportive staff. Our doctors have decades of experience treating cancer patients with radiation therapy and our administrative team provides valuable support to keep operations running smoothly.

We offer a wide range of radiation-based treatments, from traditional external beam therapy to proton therapy which allows doctors to precisely target tumors while minimizing damage to healthy tissue. Depending on your diagnosis we may combine these treatments with chemotherapy or surgical procedures for maximum effectiveness in fighting the disease.

Patient safety and comfort are top priorities at GHRO, so our facility has implemented a number of measures to minimize risks associated with radiation therapies such as daily safety checks, proper shielding techniques, strict adherence by all staff members to established guidelines and protocols, as well as rigorous quality control processes throughout our facility.

Yes! We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid for both inpatient and outpatient visits. Please contact our billing specialists at 281-497-1700 for more information regarding what your plan covers.

At GHRO we recognize that recovery can often be an intimidating time for patients after their treatments have finished so we have made available several programs such as online patient education materials designed by our doctors that explain different aspects of radiation therapies as well as support groups both online and in person where survivors can connect with one another about their experiences overcoming cancer.

Yes! Our expert medical team is always researching new ways of utilizing radiotherapy in order to reduce side effects while enhancing cancer outcomes. If you are interested in participating in any ongoing clinical trials please don’t hesitate to contact us directly so that we can discuss the eligibility criteria applicable to each trial currently underway at our facility.

Absolutely! In addition to providing advanced medical care, we believe in fostering an environment that emphasizes comfort, compassion and healing during an often difficult time for patients undergoing treatment. To this end we offer counseling services from trained professionals specializing in grief and loss as well as providing group activities designed around activities such stress reduction exercises like meditation or yoga which can help promote overall positive wellbeing during treatment sessions.