Philosophy of Care

Undergoing radiation treatments can be scary and overwhelming. Each patient has a unique situation involving their specific diagnosis and the treatment of their disease. It is important to recognize the patient’s unique issues in order to provide care for the patient as a whole person. It is also important to help patients understand their diagnosis so that they can make more informed decisions and understand their care.

Clinical Interests

Dr. Fragoso's main clinical activities involve the treatment of both benign and malignant central nervous tumors that can arise in the adult and pediatric populations. Radiation treatment techniques include Gamma Knife radiosurgery and fractionated radiation radiotherapy (3D or IMRT). Medical interests revolve around the better understanding of gliomas, particularly high grade gliomas.

Research/Academic Interests

Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), a WHO grade IV glioma, carries a poor prognosis for which there have been modest therapeutic advances. His area of interest and research is focused on targeting specific cancer cells that are thought to perpetuate the tumor within the GBM itself. These "cancer stem cells" tend to be resistant to treatment. We are studying ways in which these cells can be targeted specifically and destroyed.

Division

Radiation Oncology

Center/Program Affiliation

UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center