Core Oncology
Medical Equipment ManufacturingCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
Core Oncology is a medical equipment manufacturer focused on advancing radiation therapy for early-stage breast cancer. The company develops options for delivering radiation after Breast Conserving Therapy, notably through the Artemend Breast Microseed Treatment, which aims to shorten treatment time and reduce radiation exposure to the heart, lungs, and chest wall. Its work targets women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer who choose Breast Conserving Therapy, seeking to minimize treatment duration and impact on quality of life. Based in Santa Barbara, California, Core Oncology operates within the medical equipment manufacturing sector, with a focus on innovations in breast cancer radiation treatment. Its development program began in 2004 through a collaboration with Dr. Jean-Philippe Pignol, and the Artemend System entered development in 2007 to support the Breast Microseed Treatment, positioning the company as a mid-sized player in this space.