By George Rodrigues MD FRCPC MSc, Vikram Velker MD, Lara Best MD

Radiation Oncology Primer and overview describes the basic techniques, nomenclature and definitions of the sphere of radiation oncology that each trainee or practitioner must comprehend. Divided into 3 sections, Radiation Oncology Primer and overview covers uncomplicated technology, scientific technology, and technical and making plans matters to provide the trainee a whole review of the middle wisdom base of the sphere. Co-written through a former radiation oncology residency software director and a group of radiation oncology citizens, the booklet is equipped in concise sections and is abundantly illustrated to spotlight key issues and support the reader comprehend and continue significant strategies. therapy methods in keeping with released medical trial protocols that outline control/standard of care/consensus radiation remedy are incorporated. as well as serving as a first-rate advent to the sector, the ebook additionally bargains a quick overview of basic thoughts for the senior resident ahead of written or oral examinations, and is an invaluable source for the radiation oncology educator to enhance educating plans and quizzes. bankruptcy association is predicated at the overseas Atomic strength supplier Syllabus for the schooling and coaching of Radiation Oncologists, the syllabus counseled by way of either the yank Society for Radiation Oncology and the ecu Society for healing Radiology and Oncology. Radiation Oncology Primer and assessment: Integrates easy technological know-how, scientific technology and technical thoughts to supply the trainee with a whole advent to the sector of radiation oncology Is in step with permitted education syllabus for radiation oncology execs bargains a concise presentation with illustrations highlighting key poiints presents key issues for research and experiences comprises therapy techniques in keeping with released scientific trial protocols that outline control/standard of care/consensus radiation remedy Is a priceless evaluation source for board assessment

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