Department
Radiation Oncology
Sponsor(s)
Description
The department treats over 220 patients daily, in ten therapy suites equipped with a high-energy linear accelerator. Oncology patients are treated with radiation alone or with programs integrating surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. The department uses state-of-the-art intensity-modulated radiation therapy in addition to other advanced treatment techniques, including an active stereotactic radiosurgery program and image-guided radiation therapy. The department works closely with a large medical physics staff, as well as surgeons and medical oncologists, to accomplish its goals of cancer treatment. Medical students are integrated into the planning, treatment, and follow-through stages of patient care. As a result, students can expect to gain considerable clinical experience in the area of clinical oncology. Medical students also attend various didactic conferences highlighting the role of radiotherapy in the management of a wide array of cancers and will have the opportunity to research a clinical topic and prepare a formal presentation to the department.
Prerequisites Other than Third Year Rotations
None
Offered (Course module dates)
A (July 6 - July 30) [Closed to international students]
B (August 2 - August 27) [Closed to international students]
C (August 30 - September 24)
D (September 27 - October 22)
E (October 25 - November 19)
F (November 22 - December 17)
G (January 3 - January 28)
H (January 31 - February 25)
I (February 28 - March 25)
J (April 4 - April 29)
K (May 2 - May 27)
L (May 30 - June 24)
Notes:
- For any holidays listed, students must consult with the Medical Student Coordinator to determine whether they are released from their responsibilities.
- In the Clinical Medicine and Oncology Sub-Internship, students will be expected to take "short call" once or twice during the week in addition to one Saturday and/or Sunday during the four-week elective. No overnight call is taken.
Duration
One module
Students per Module
Maximum of two
