Radiation Oncology · San Antonio, TX
Advancing Precision Radiation Oncology for South Texas
Dr. Christien Kluwe, MD, PhD, delivers advanced, compassionate radiation therapy at the Mays Cancer Center — home to the only NCI‑designated cancer center in Central and South Texas — with a focused expertise in genitourinary cancer, benign musculoskeletal conditions, and metastatic disease.
About Dr. Kluwe
A dedicated partner in your cancer care
Dr. Kluwe combines rigorous scientific training with an unhurried, patient-centered approach to radiation therapy. In independent practice since 2020, and at the Mays Cancer Center since 2022, he brings deep experience in genitourinary cancer, benign musculoskeletal conditions, and metastatic disease, along with broad expertise across CNS, thoracic, and gynecologic oncology.
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Areas of Focus
Comprehensive radiation oncology expertise
From a primary focus on genitourinary cancer to broad experience across the body, Dr. Kluwe tailors every treatment plan to the individual.
Genitourinary Cancer
Prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers, with treatment plans built around each patient’s goals and quality of life.
Benign Musculoskeletal Conditions
Targeted radiation therapy for select non-cancerous musculoskeletal conditions, including osteoarthritis, offering a nonsurgical treatment path.
Metastatic Disease
Strategic, metastasis-directed therapy targeting select sites of disease spread to help control cancer and complement systemic treatment.
CNS, Thoracic & More
Additional experience treating central nervous system, thoracic, and gynecologic malignancies.
Patient Journey
Your care, step by step
From your first consultation to survivorship, Dr. Kluwe and his care team walk alongside you at every stage — explaining each step clearly and answering your questions along the way.
See what to expectReferral & Consultation
Simulation & Treatment Planning
Treatment Course
Research & Innovation
Care rooted in an NCI-designated cancer center
As part of the Mays Cancer Center — the only National Cancer Institute‑designated cancer center in Central and South Texas — Dr. Kluwe’s practice is closely connected to an academic environment advancing cancer research and clinical trials.
Explore research & innovationNCI-Designated
One of only four NCI-designated cancer centers in Texas.
Multidisciplinary
100+ faculty across 10+ academic departments.
Patient Education
Understand your diagnosis and treatment
Understanding Radiation Therapy
How radiation therapy works and what it aims to accomplish in your treatment plan.
Read morePreparing for Your First Visit
What to bring, who to bring, and what happens during your initial consultation.
Read moreManaging Side Effects
General guidance on common side effects and how our care team supports you through them.
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