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The status quo of global geriatric radiation oncology education: A scoping review
- Source :
- Technical Innovations & Patient Support in Radiation Oncology; December 2024, Vol. 32 Issue: 1
- Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- •The care of older adults represents a significant global challenge in oncology practice.•Radiation therapy is a vital and effective treatment option for older adults with cancer.•Improved clinician education in geriatric radiation oncology is key to ensuring quality care.•Numerous national radiation oncology postgraduate training programs exist worldwide.•Significant gaps currently exist in geriatric oncology education in these training programs.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 24056324
- Volume :
- 32
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Supplemental Index
- Journal :
- Technical Innovations & Patient Support in Radiation Oncology
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- ejs67952313
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tipsro.2024.100288