Senior Radiation Oncology

This course is designed to introduce the student to basic concepts of radiotherapy, not only for those considering radiation oncology as a career, but also for those who are going to pursue medical or surgical oncology as their residencies. Students will participate in evaluation of patients with a wide variety of physical findings, under direct supervision of several faculty radiation oncologists. Ambulatory patients in treatment or follow-up clinics will be seen in addition to new consultations. Students will follow at least one new patient each week through simulation, administration of informed consent, patient teaching, treatment planning and implementation. Attendance at pediatric and adult tumor conferences will emphasize the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to cancer management. A reading list will be provided.