"We're entering a new era of medicine where doctors think about the quality of life of their patients, not just survival. SAVI allows a woman to keep her breast, requires only five days of treatment, and spares healthy tissue from radiation exposure. It's the best of both worlds. Our hope is that the SAVI device will open up breast conservation treatment for more women."
Robert Kuske, M.D.
Arizona Oncology Services
Phoenix, AZ
"The SAVI device impressed me with its ability to modulate the radiation dose based on each individual patient. Because it can more precisely target the therapy, SAVI extends the benefits of brachytherapy to a larger group of women, including those who may not be candidates for other types of brachytherapy."
Catheryn Yashar, M.D.
UCSD Moores Cancer Center
San Diego, CA
"The advantage of this device is that it allows us to deliver the dose based on the patient's anatomy. A lighter dose can be delivered through catheters closer to the skin, and stronger doses delivered to catheters deeper in the tissue. This helps prevent the scarring and skin damage experienced previously by so many patients."
Arve Gillette, M.D.
Methodist Dallas Cancer Center
Dallas, TX
"SAVI is a key component of conserving the breast and avoiding damage to healthy tissue. It provides excellent cosmetic results."
Keisha Harris-Henderson, M.D.
Methodist Dallas Cancer Center
Dallas, TX
"This device reduces the treatment time from 6 weeks to 5 days. For working women, SAVI is a particularly good option."
Martin Koonsman, M.D.
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
Dallas, TX