你将学到什么
Describe the role of radiation oncology in managing cancer
Identify the steps taken in radiation therapy, from a patient's first contact with medical professionals, through to treatment and recovery
Recognise the roles of the health care professionals involved in radiation therapy
Discuss the safe use of radiation therapy in cancer care
Explain the basic science behind radiation therapy
Describe state of the art radiation therapy, such as personalised medicine
Discuss upcoming biological and technological developments in radiation therapy
课程概况
Radiation therapy is one of the key treatments for cancer. On this course you will learn from healthcare experts about how it works, the various benefits, and myths surrounding radiation therapy. You will also learn about the treatment pathway if you’re prescribed a course of radiaton therapy.
Throughout the course you will find clear, straightforward information on radiation therapy as a cancer treatment. Finally you will look at the exciting new radiation therapy treatments being developed as a system of ‘personalised medicine’.
课程大纲
Hear stories from patients who have received radiation therapy as part of their treatment.
Follow radiation therapy from a patient’s first contact with medical professionals, through to treatment and recovery.
Identify myths and facts related to radiation therapy treatment.
Discuss the roles of healthcare professionals involved in radiation therapy.
面向人群
This course is for cancer patients who are likely to undergo radiation therapy as part of their cancer management plan. It will also be of interest for carers, family members and health professionals who may work with cancer patients (for instance physiotherapists, dieticians, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, dentists, nurses and general practitioner or family doctors).
