Dr. Rajiv S. Dahiya, M.D.
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
2800 E Highway 114 Suite 100 Trophy Club TX, 76262Practice Philosophy
Traditional Medicine
About
Dr. Dahiya completed his undergraduate education at the nation's first 6-year medical school straight out of high school, University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine in a 6-year combined B. A. / M. D. Program. Upon graduating with distinction, he completed his 1st of 2 residencies in Internal Medicine at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, TX. Following this Dr. Dahiya completed a 4-year residency in Radiation Oncology at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, TX where he served as Chief Resident. He has practiced Radiation Oncology since 2002 and has subject matter expertise in prostate, head and neck and brain tumors. Dr. Dahiya has utilized a wide array of radiation oncology tools such as IMRT, IGRT, Stereotactic Radiosurgery including the Gamma Knife and Cyberknife systems.
Dr. Dahiya has published extensively and serves as the Co-founder and Chief Medical Officer to Santé Nou Health, health technology platform. Santé Nou's technology allows patients to quickly find and book appointments with providers while giving their health caregivers the tools they need to more efficiently run and operate their practices. Free tools such as practice analytics, appointment management, and billing allow providers from all over the world to take advantage of cutting edge technology.
He currently practices in the Dallas/Fort-Worth area with a practice focused on prostate cancer. Dr. Dahiya enjoys scalable technology solutions enhanced by AI and machine learning algorithms. When asked about these Artificial Intelligence technologies, Dr. Dahiya replied, "Using advanced AI tools we can now help users learn more from the technologies they use in real time and positively impact their health in real-time. It is very rewarding when we can impact users in a positive way and give them rich, useful data that adds to their lives."
Education and Training
UMKC School of Medicine MD 1994
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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Dr. Rajiv S. Dahiya, M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Radiation Therapy vs. Surgery for Prostate Cancer
When it comes to treating prostate cancer, there are two main options: radiation therapy and surgery. Both of these treatments can be effective at removing or destroying cancer cells, but they have different risks and benefits.Radiation therapy uses high-energy beams, such as X-rays or protons, to...
Genetics and Prostate Cancer - What's The Connection?
Prostate cancer is a complex and multifactorial disease with a strong genetic component. Genetic mutations and pathways are known to play a role in the development and progression of prostate cancer. In this article, we will discuss some of the specific examples of how genetics plays a role in...
Vitamins and Supplements for Prostate Health
Prostate health is an important concern for men, especially as they age. While diet and lifestyle changes can play a significant role in maintaining prostate health, many men also turn to over the counter vitamins and supplements to support prostate health. In this article, we will explore the...
Advances in Radiation for Prostate Cancer
Radiation oncology is a medical specialty that uses high-energy radiation to treat cancer. Over the past 30 years, there have been significant advances in radiation oncology, including improvements in treatment planning and delivery, as well as the development of new radiation therapy techniques and...
Radiating Hope: Success of Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer
Radiation Therapy: A Brief OverviewProstate cancer is the second most common cancer among men worldwide. With an ever-evolving landscape of treatment options, radiation therapy has emerged as a highly effective tool in the fight against this disease. In this article, we will explore the advancements...
Advances in Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer
As life expectancy in most developed countries continues to improve the incidence of prostate cancer continues to rise. In the U.S. alone a staggering nearly 250,000 men are now diagnosed with prostate cancer every year. Globally this total is nearing 1.3 million cases per year. The volume of...
Advances in Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer
As life expectancy in most developed countries continues to improve the incidence of prostate cancer continues to rise. In the U.S. alone a staggering nearly 250,000 men are now diagnosed with prostate cancer every year. Globally this total is nearing 1.3 million cases per year. The volume of...
Do you get anesthesia for radiation therapy?
Anesthesia is very rarely used for radiation therapy. It is typically reserved for the treatment of pediatric patients or those who are unable to lie still during treatment. READ MORE
Cancer radiation?
The positive anti-cancer effects of radiation will continue for months after radiation however, the side effects of therapy will typically subside within weeks after completing therapy. Your doctor may order follow up PSA blood testing after 2-3 months upon completion of therapy. READ MORE
Does radiation weaken your immune system?
In the vast majority of patients radiation does not cause measurable immune deficiency. In some cases, where significant areas of bone marrow containing bony structures are treated, such as the spine or pelvic bones, an immune suppression can be seen. Your doctors may monitor your blood counts until recovery. READ MORE
Awards
- Super Doctors 2012 Texas Monthly
- Super Doctors 2013 Texas Monthly
- Super Doctors 2014 Texas Monthly
- Super Doctors 2015 Texas Monthly
- Super Doctors 2016 Texas Monthly
- Super Doctors 2017 Texas Monthly
- Top Doctors of America 2023 Nationwide Registries
Professional Memberships
- Outpatient Internist PrimaCare Clinics of Dallas 1995 - 1997
Experience & Accolades
- President/ Physician2002Oncology San Antonio
- Outpatient Internist1995 - 1997Garland Family Practice
- Staff Hospitalist1998 - 2002Hospital Internists of Austin
- Staff Hospitalist1997 - 1999Baylor Medical Center
- Outpatient Internist1995 - 1997PrimaCare Clinics of Dallas
Treatments
- IMRT, IGRT
Areas of research
Artificial Intelligence Algorithms in Healthcare
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