Successful Treatment of First Patient on Newly Commissioned Telecobalt Unit – 20 March 2026

On 20 March 2026, the Department of Radiation Oncology achieved a significant milestone with the successful treatment of the first patient on its newly commissioned Telecobalt unit. The state-of-the-art system became fully operational following meticulous installation, physics commissioning, and comprehensive quality assurance procedures.

The addition of this advanced radiotherapy unit strengthens our commitment to providing high-quality cancer care. Utilizing high-energy gamma radiation, the Telecobalt system delivers precise and reliable external beam radiotherapy while ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and treatment accuracy.

This important advancement enhances the department’s treatment capacity, improves access to timely radiotherapy services, and helps reduce waiting times for patients requiring cancer treatment. The successful commissioning and clinical implementation of the unit reflect the dedication and coordinated efforts of our radiation oncologists, medical physicists, radiation technologists, and support staff in advancing cancer care for the community.

The successful treatment of the first patient marks the beginning of a new era in radiotherapy services and reaffirms our commitment to delivering accessible, safe, and effective cancer treatment.