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The status quo of global geriatric radiation oncology education: A scoping review

Authors :
Morris, Lucinda
Turner, Sandra
Phillips, Jane L.
Parmar, Anamika
Agar, Meera
Source :
Technical Innovations & Patient Support in Radiation Oncology; December 2024, Vol. 32 Issue: 1
Publication Year :
2024

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