DOSM 475 - Concept Integration and Case Studies

3 CR

Preparation for the Certification Exam issued by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) through a comprehensive examination of coursework and student case presentations based on MDCB content specification.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the program.

Course Outcomes

Define the roles and responsibilities of the Medical Dosimetrist.
Assess current research trends and identify implications to current practice of treatment planning.
Define key planning goals for 2D, 3D, IMRT and special treatment procedures.
Analyze a treatment plan for accuracy, reporting consistency and representing the desired treatment outcome.
Calculate the dose and MU settings for a wide range of clinical scenarios using both manual and computer aided systems.
Define key planning benchmarks for radioactive seed/material implants.
Identify components of a successful QA program.
For anatomical sites of the Head and Neck, CNS, Thorax, Breast, Abdomen, Pelvis and Extremities, define and indentify:

Anatomy (including critical structure dose limits
Pathology consideration for planning
Treatment Port design and dosimetric considerations
Site specific simulation practices
Imaging requirements for various planning methods
Appropriate dose reporting and valid calculations

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