Rad-Cast Learning Academy

(0.5 CE Credit) TAKE THE QUIZ! https://rad-cast.com/the-history-of-healthcare/ How did we get here and how was the road to modern-day healthcare paved? From the early settlers to the innovations of the future, Dr. Steve Goetsch starts from the beginning with interesting and entertaining stories. He gives us brilliant insight on medicine during the Great Wars and tells […]

(0.5 CE Credit) TAKE THE QUIZ! https://rad-cast.com/all-things-interventional-radiology/ Dr. Amrit Hansra taught me so much in this latest episode. We talk about interventional radiology and all of the things that can be accomplished via this modality. From trauma patients to cancer patients, it seems that there is a role for interventional radiology. I am certain that you […]

(0.5 CE Credit) TAKE THE QUIZ! https://rad-cast.com/3d-bolus-additive-manufacturing-personalized-care/ Still using wet gauze, folded towels, or any of the other ‘homemade’ bolus materials for your patients? On this episode of Rad-Cast, we talk to Peter Hickey from Adaptiiv about the innovative technologies that change the bolus game and improve patient treatments. Adaptiiv’s treatment method improves the patient experience. […]

(0.5 CE Credit)

TAKE THE QUIZ! https://rad-cast.com/the-importance-of-compliance-and-auditing-programs-in-radiation-therapy/

How strong is your compliance program? Are your auditing practices effective? Join Candace Somaza of ReveLution. We discuss the rapidly changing healthcare environment and the importance of expert knowledge throughout the revenue cycle. From payer contracting, network management, credentialing, coding, claims submission, accounts receivable, payment posting and patient collections, Candace describes the nuances of and need for a comprehensive plan.

A study guide for this episode is available at the link below:

Study Guide

You can learn more about ReveLution and the solutions they provide by clicking on the following link to their website:

http://teamrevelution.com

(0.5 CE Credit)

 

TAKE THE QUIZ! https://rad-cast.com/understanding-and-appreciating-sgrt/

What is Surface Guided Radiation Therapy? How does it work and how does it impact patient treatments? On this episode of Rad-Cast, we talk to Dawn Wyatt from Vision RT and she tells us all the ins and outs of surface guided radiation therapy; she will explain to you how research has shown that SGRT improves the treatment experience for the patient and for the radiation therapist/dosimetrist/physician/physicist.

A study guide for this episode is available at the link below:

Study Guide

To learn more about SGRT, review the research that has been done, and explore the educational/conference opportunities you can visit the VisionRT website at the link below:

https://www.visionrt.com

(0.5 CE Credit)

TAKE THE QUIZ! https://rad-cast.com/an-overview-of-proton-therapy/

We welcome Dr. Lane Rosen from the Willis-Knighton Cancer Center in Shreveport, Louisianna. Dr. Rosen provides an energetic and informative overview of proton therapy ... including the history and development of proton therapy for cancer treatment, current procedures and evolving treatment options, and a look at research which is driving the increased use of proton therapy. I want to thank IBA for the introduction to Dr. Rosen and for giving us a view at this often mis-understood type of radiation therapy.

A study guide for this episode is available at the link below:

Study Guide

(0.5 CE Credit)

TAKE THE QUIZ! https://rad-cast.com/head-&-neck-cancer-and-the-art-of-reconstruction/

Head & Neck Cancer is tough; it is difficult to treat and, as a patient, difficult to endure. Today on Rad-Cast, we welcome Dr. Todd Hanna--a board certified maxillofacial surgeon and a dentist. He talks to us about surgery and treatment of, not only cancer patients, but those who have been affected by accidents and other traumas. He says that reconstructing facial cosmesis and function is an art into itself.

A study guide for this episode is available at the link below:

Study Guide

You can find out more about Dr. Hanna and his practice by visiting his website at the link below:

https://www.toddhannamddds.com

(0.5 CE Credit)

 

TAKE THE QUIZ! https://rad-cast.com/when-a-young-adult-gets-cancer-from-her-perspective

How does a young adult describe the experience of cancer? What does it mean to be diagnosed and what is treatment really like; how do you cope? Find out in this episode with Valerie Powell: cancer survivor, University of Alabama Cancer Center employee, and Instagram extraordinaire! Listen up to this real story about life with and after cancer!

A study guide for this episode is available at the link below:

Study Guide

To learn more about Valerie's story, you can visit her website at the link below:

https://goneglandagone.com

(0.5 CE Credit)

TAKE THE QUIZ! https://rad-cast.com/dosimetry-past-present-future

On this episode of Rad-Cast, we welcome Isaac Valdez. Isaac is a certified medical dosimetrist with a background in applied mathematics from the University of Houston-Downtown. He trained as a medical dosimetrist at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center – School of Health Professions from 2015 to 2017. He worked at the University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center as a Medical Dosimetrist before taking on a new role as a Radiation Oncology Clinical Program Manager with the MD Anderson Proton Center back in Houston, Texas. As a leader in the radiation oncology field, he is a strong advocate for advanced technologies that can improve the optimization, delivery, and safety of oncological services— beyond the advancements, his utmost priority is always putting the needs of the patient and their families first.

References:

https://www.medicaldosimetry.org/about/medical-dosimetrist/

https://www.itnonline.com/article/introduction-current-radiation-therapy-treatment-planning-systems

https://www.aapm.org/pubs/reports/detail.asp?docid=156

https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(18)30925-8/fulltext

(1.0 CE Credit)

TAKE THE FREE QUIZ! https://rad-cast.com/banishing-burnout-for-employees-departments-and-our-profession

On this Rad-Cast episode, we are talking to Dr Gina Passmore about a topic that I am very passionate about and one that deserves a much needed conversation. We are going to discuss workplace stress, burnout, and the implications for provider and patient safety. The learning objectives for this show are:

* Describe what burnout is and how it affects workplace environments

* Understand the stressors that contribute to burnout

* Explore the roles of leadership and positive well-being on successful workplace environments

You will also find an outline of today's show posted in the link below; this will provide you with resources and study tips as you prepare for the CE quiz!

(Banishing Burnout_OutlineStudyNotes)

Keywords: burnout, radiation therapy, radiology, stress, leadership, patient care

https://www.asrt.org/https://www.asrt.org/main/news-publications/publications/radiation-therapisthttps://media.asrt.org/pdf/publications/RTT/RTT_Vol27_No1.pdf