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Quality of Radiotherapy Workforce Training within the USA.

R Mulherkar¹, D C Ling², R Tendulkar³

¹Department of Radiation Oncology, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.

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Summary

US radiation oncology training programs show strengths but need standardization for a competent workforce. Efforts are needed to improve specialized training, research, and overall workforce preparedness.

Keywords:

Accreditation competency professional development quality residency workforce training

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Area of Science:

Medical Physics
Radiation Oncology
Radiotherapy

Background:

Professional training, competency, and scope of practice in radiation oncology vary internationally.
Standardization is crucial for developing a competent workforce to meet societal needs.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the current status of radiotherapy training in the USA.
To discuss benchmarks for medical physics, radiation therapy, and dosimetry training programs.

Main Methods:

Literature review of existing radiotherapy training benchmarks in the USA.
Analysis of strengths and challenges in the US radiotherapy workforce training system.

Main Results:

The US radiotherapy workforce training system has notable strengths.
Challenges exist in standardizing education and developing a competent workforce.
Specific areas like brachytherapy and proton therapy require improved training.

Conclusions:

Systemic efforts are necessary to enhance radiotherapy training in the USA.
Promoting research involvement and developing well-equipped trainees is essential.
Continued improvement is needed to ensure a competent radiation therapy workforce.