OVERVIEW

An Introduction to Radiation Oncology: From Diagnosis to Survivorship is organized by FutureLearn.

Description:
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.

What topics will you cover?
• 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.

What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you'll be able to...
• 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