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Radiation Oncology Education Across the Learning Continuum: Current Challenges and Future Directions
Michael L Gribble1, Jillian R Gunther2, Steve E Braunstein3
1Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA.
Seminars in Radiation Oncology
|February 20, 2026
Summary
Medical education in radiation oncology is limited. This review explores effective teaching strategies and scholarly practices to enhance learning for radiation oncology professionals across all educational stages.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Medical Education
- Radiation Oncology
Background:
- Radiation oncology is vital for cancer care but medical education exposure is limited.
- Effective practice requires deep knowledge of evidence-based oncology and technical skills.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define the spectrum of teaching in radiation oncology.
- To examine and define best practices in scholarly teaching for learners.
Main Methods:
- This is a review article.
- It synthesizes information on teaching and learning in radiation oncology.
Main Results:
- Identifies a spectrum of teaching from effective to scholarly teaching.
- Highlights the importance of supporting learners through undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education.
Conclusions:
- Scholarly teaching is essential for advancing radiation oncology education.
- Best practices are needed to improve learner support and competency development.
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