RAD 2002 EXPLORE RADIATION ONCOLOGY

This is a 2-week introductory course enabling the student to explore the field of Radiation Oncology and/or to acquire knowledge in the specialty regarding appropriate referrals, consults, etc. relevant to future career plans. The student will learn about the scope of practice, frequently encountered pathology/diagnoses, and specialty-specific clinical assessments, including diagnostic procedures, treatment planning and delivery, on-treatment management, and long-term follow-up for patients treated with radiation therapy for benign and malignant presentations. Students will have the opportunity to attend multidisciplinary tumor boards, observe treatment planning for external beam and brachytherapy procedures.

Credits

1