What is radiation therapy and how is it used? Radiation therapy, otherwise known as radiotherapy, is a treatment that uses high energy radiation to primarily kill cancer cells, slow their growth, and shrink tumors. However, radiation therapy is sometimes also used for thyroid disease, blood disorders, and nonmalignant growths. The radiation used for cancer treatment …
To Shield or Not To Shield…THAT is the Question. Update: Listen to the One Hour Podcast with a Co-Author from the AAPM article – Dr. Marsh Update #2: Excellent news! The ACR has released a statement that they “will be reviewing the Practice Parameters and Technical Standards in order to make recommendations for alignment with …
The career path for Rad Techs is ever-changing, evolving in response to technological advancements, healthcare reforms, and shifts in patient needs. But recently, we’ve witnessed a significant transformation – the fading away of a once thriving career path: the Mid-Level Provider role. This role, which was seen as an essential stepping stone for Rad Techs …
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