Overview
Program description
The Medical Radiation Physics Programme offers specialized training for aspiring Radiotherapy Technology graduates.
As a part of the Radiation Oncology team Radiotherapy Technologists prepare patient immobilization, Operate imaging and treatment modalities for the patient who requires radiation, ensure that overall safety procedures are followed, such as to monitor patients during their treatments and check for unusual reactions to the treatment. They keep detailed records of treatment. Radiotherapy Technologists are responsible for the accurate delivery of radiotherapy to cancer patients.
Objective
Professional Objectives:
By the end of the program students should be able to:
- Treat patients on Linear accelerators, Cobalt 60, X-ray and other radiation therapy equipment independently as prescribed by radiation oncologists under the supervision of experienced Radiotherapy Technologists
- Prepare acrylic moulds for patient immobilization for the purpose of Radiotherapy. Monitor the patient's physical and psychological well-being during the entire course of treatment. Perform Treatment Planning in Simulator and image acquisition on CT scanner
- Train and supervise student radiotherapy technologists.
- Promote, support and further advance the character, status and interests of medical Radiotherapy Technology
- Promote, advance scientific knowledge by means of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and debates in all branches of radiotherapy.
- Work as a team to provide quality service.
Careers Prospectus
Graduates of this program can find placements in,
· Hospitals with Radiotherapy facilities
· Educational Institutions
Key Dates & Deadlines
15
Mar 15 25
Mar ' 25
Last date to Apply
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Tentative Course Commencement Date
Indian Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
International Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
Indian Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
International Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
Duration
4 years inclusive of 1-year internship.
Facilties
Healthcare
Access to hospital facilities gives student hands-on training in procedures
Innovative Center
State-of-the-art Innovation Centre to facilitate multi-disciplinary research
Labs
Laboratories give students the opportunity for practical experience
Sports & Fitness
Marena is the world-class facilities with courts for badminton, tennis, soccer & squash as well as a well-equipped gymnasium
Libraries
Libraries have publications on the latest developments in allied healthcare
Student Housing
Student hostels are their homes away from homes
Next Steps
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