CSU Flint Animal Cancer Center
CSU Flint Animal Cancer Center is a general practice in Fort Collins, CO. Procedures include Chemotherapy, Stereotactic Radiation Therapy, and Surgery.
About
The Flint Animal Cancer Center at Colorado State University is a specialized veterinary facility focused on the diagnosis and treatment of cancer in dogs, cats, and other pets. The center utilizes a multidisciplinary approach, integrating medical, surgical, and radiation oncology to create customized treatment plans. Their facility is equipped with advanced diagnostic and therapeutic technology, including a Varian Edge linear accelerator, dual-energy source CT scanner, PET/CT, and MRI, supporting a comprehensive range of care options such as chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation therapy.
Serving as a world-leading center for veterinary oncology, the clinic manages over 1,600 new patients annually. The team works collaboratively with patient families and provides emotional support through the Argus Institute. In addition to clinical care, the center maintains an active research program with 13 labs and conducts approximately 30 clinical trials each year to advance cancer treatment for both pets and people.
Surgical team
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Susan Lana
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Douglas Thamm
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Stephen Withrow
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Rod Page
Procedures
Equipment
- Dual-energy source CT scanner
- Varian Edge linear accelerator
- PET/CT
- MRI
Frequently asked questions
- What diagnostic tools are available at the Flint Animal Cancer Center?
- The center offers access to a wide range of advanced diagnostic equipment to support patient assessment. This includes a first-of-its-kind dual-energy source CT scanner, PET/CT, MRI, ultrasonography, and radiography. These tools are used by the multidisciplinary oncology team to evaluate patients and inform the development of customized treatment plans.
- Does the center offer clinical trials for pets?
- Yes, the Flint Animal Cancer Center operates a dedicated clinical trials program. They conduct approximately 30 clinical trials each year, which provide patients with access to promising new treatments, including novel approaches such as gene therapy or immunotherapy, as well as new surgical and radiation protocols.
- What types of radiation therapy are offered?
- The center utilizes a Varian Trilogy linear accelerator to provide advanced radiation therapy. This equipment allows for the delivery of Stereotactic Radiation Therapy (SRT) and Intensity-modulated radiation therapy. These modalities are used to damage the DNA in tumor cells, resulting in tumor cell death while minimizing impact on surrounding healthy tissue.