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Dr. Duncan SavageRADIATION ONCOLOGIST,St. Peter’sCancer Care CenterPRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR,Clinical StudyST. PETER’S CANCER CARE CENTER317 South Manning Blvd. • Suite 100Albany, NY 12208518-525-6739www.sphcs.orgCLINICAL STUDYBreast Cancer: RTOG 1005A Phase III Trial of Accelerated Whole Breast Irradiationwith Hypofractionation plus Concurrent Boost VersusStandard Whole Breast Irradiationplus Sequential Boost for Early-Stage Breast CancerWhere Can I Get MoreInformation?• Call the Research Department atSt. Peter’s Cancer Care Center at(518) 525-6739• Visit St. Peter’s website atwww.sphcs.org• Call the NCI’s Cancer CenterInformation service at;1-800-4-CANCER(1-800-422-6237)• Visit NCI’s website atwww.cancer.gov or the RadiationOncology Group at www.rtog.orgBoard-certified in Radiation Oncology and InternalMedicine, Duncan Savage, M.D., is part of a highlyregardedteam at St. Peter’s Cancer Care Center.Dr. Savage, a graduate of Albany Medical College, isChief of Radiation Oncology at St. Peter’s Hospital.Dr. Christian GassonRADIATION ONCOLOGIST,St. Peter’sCancer Care CenterPRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR,Clinical StudyChristian Gasson, M.D., is board-certified in RadiationOncology. He graduated with distinction from CornellUniversity, and received his medical degree from SUNYDownstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY.Dr. Savage and Dr. Gasson perform all aspects of radiationoncology services including external beam radiationtherapy, intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT),highdose rate brachytherapy (HDR) and stereotacticradiation therapy.Advanced treatment options, dedicated professionalsand a unique caring environment make St. Peter’sone of the most well-regarded health systems.In recent years, St. Peter’s Hospital has been recognizedby national and state health care quality organizationsfor excellence in care. We offer a comprehensive,integrated continuum of services – ranging fromacute care in the hospital to outpatient services,home care, nursing homes, hospice care,addictions treatment and much more.St. Peter’s continues to set the pacefor health care innovations. We are 4,500 professionalswho know that technology is critical to treatment,but compassion is the key to healing.

•Will My Insurance Cover The Costs?You may want to speak with your health careprovider and insurance company about the costsof any medications, radiation and/or surgery thatwould be necessary.What Will I Have To Do DuringThe Study?If you have been diagnosedwith breast cancer,you may be able toparticipate in a new clinicalstudy entitled:RTOG 1005: A Phase III Trial ofAccelerated Whole Breast Irradiationwith Hypofractionation plus ConcurrentBoost Versus Standard Whole BreastIrradiation plus Sequential Boost forEarly-Stage Breast CancerWhat Is A Clinical Study?Clinical studies (or “trials”) are a type ofresearch involving patient volunteers. They aredesigned to find better ways to treat disease.Who Can Participate In This Study?This study is a clinical trial for some femalepatients with early stage breast cancer who haveundergone a lumpectomy. You may be eligible toparticipate in this study if your doctor has recommendedthat you receive radiation therapy tothe breast.Why Is This Study Being Done?This trial examines the effectiveness of a shortercourse of radiation therapy compared to standardradiation therapy. This is for patients with earlystage breast cancer who have undergone alumpectomy.Who Is Conducting This Study?This study is being conducted by the RadiationTherapy Oncology Group (RTOG), a researchgroup funded by the National Cancer Institute(NCI) and a research component of the AmericanCollege of Radiology (ACR).What Is Involved In This Study?If you decide to participate in this study, you willread and sign a consent form that explains thestudy in more detail. If you meet all of the studyrequirements, you will then be entered into thestudy.If you choose to participate in this study, you willhave tests preformed. The tests and proceduresmay include, but are not limited to:• History and physical exam that includes abreast exam• Laboratory studies• Imaging• Surgery• Chemotherapy or Hormonal therapy may benecessary to treat your breast cancer if yourdoctor decides it is necessary.What Are The Benefits of BeingIn This Study?The information from this study will helpresearchers to learn more about the use of largerdaily doses of radiation therapy for fewer treatmentsessions in a shorter period of time as a treatmentfor cancer. The results from participating in this studycould improve your health and help future breastcancer patients.Are There Possible Side Effects?You may experience side effects while in thisstudy. Your doctor or nurse will explain themto you.Am I Required To Be In This Study?No. Taking part in this study is voluntary.You are free to choose to participate, not toparticipate, or to leave the study at any time.If you decide not to take part in this study, yourdoctor will discuss other treatment optionswith you.How Do I Participate?If you are interested in this study, pleasespeak to your doctor and the members ofyour health care team to discuss the possiblebenefits and risks of participating. You shouldfeel free to discuss this brochure and this studywith your family and friends.