Course Description
Imaging and Localization Concepts started with topics related to image production. The course progressed by examining the various imaging modalities used in treatment and treatment planning such as MRI, PET, and ultrasound. The course concluded with discussion related to simulation techniques and plan immplementation and documentation.
Assessment
Weekly lectures were given via powerpoint presentation and corresponding textbook chapters in The Physics of Radiation therapy (Kahn 5th ed.) and Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy (Washington and Lever 4th ed.) were presented for reference. Assessment of comprehension and progress in this course took the form of group discussions and a weekly quiz.
Quiz assmessment:
Click below to see examples of my quiz assessments. I found our quizzes to be an exercise in thinking outside the box. In some cases question answers were not directly in the study materials. These questions required us to draw upon our knowledge of the material and apply what we have learned to solve the problems. It was a great way for me to gauge my understanding of the material and see where improvement and extra study was needed. -Course discussions:
Each week students answered a topic question and replied to each other's posts. Friendly discussion and debate added depth to our study materials and readings. Take a look at my discussion posts by clicking the links below:
Self reflection
The new knowledge and skills I gained during this course were...
I have built on my existing understanding of radiographic imaging and localization techniques. I have a deeper understanding of the processes involved in radiation treatment planning and simulation
The new knowledge and skills will benefit me by...
Applying my new knowledge to dosimetric applications will contribute to my ability to produce radiation treatment plans and work as a dosimetrist. Additionally, study of imaging and localization techniques has made me familiar with practices that I may use in the future as a dosimetrist.
I struggle with...
The topics related to imaging modalities can be very complex. Subjects such as PET and MRI are in depth studies in and of themselves. I feel I have a cursory knowledge of these subjects but I would like to continue to grow and understand these subjects.
I feel pretty good about...
I have a good amount of understanding and experience related to radiation treatment planning. Many of the topics in this course were familiar to me. I know there is more to learn with in depth study but I feel confident in my ability to perfom the job of a dosimetrist with the knowledge I have gained through this course.
Other reflective thoughts...
Imaging and localization are perhaps the most impportant parts of a dosimetrists jobs. Often the dosimetrist doesn't even perform these tasks. A solid understanding of this process is important so that a dosimetrist that can communicate their needs with simulation staff.
Imaging and Localization Concepts started with topics related to image production. The course progressed by examining the various imaging modalities used in treatment and treatment planning such as MRI, PET, and ultrasound. The course concluded with discussion related to simulation techniques and plan immplementation and documentation.
Assessment
Weekly lectures were given via powerpoint presentation and corresponding textbook chapters in The Physics of Radiation therapy (Kahn 5th ed.) and Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy (Washington and Lever 4th ed.) were presented for reference. Assessment of comprehension and progress in this course took the form of group discussions and a weekly quiz.
Quiz assmessment:
Click below to see examples of my quiz assessments. I found our quizzes to be an exercise in thinking outside the box. In some cases question answers were not directly in the study materials. These questions required us to draw upon our knowledge of the material and apply what we have learned to solve the problems. It was a great way for me to gauge my understanding of the material and see where improvement and extra study was needed. -Course discussions:
Each week students answered a topic question and replied to each other's posts. Friendly discussion and debate added depth to our study materials and readings. Take a look at my discussion posts by clicking the links below:
- WEEK 1, 2 IMAGING AND LOC. DISC: Medicare reimbursement...
- WEEK 3 IMAGING AND LOC DISC: Slice thickness...
Self reflection
The new knowledge and skills I gained during this course were...
I have built on my existing understanding of radiographic imaging and localization techniques. I have a deeper understanding of the processes involved in radiation treatment planning and simulation
The new knowledge and skills will benefit me by...
Applying my new knowledge to dosimetric applications will contribute to my ability to produce radiation treatment plans and work as a dosimetrist. Additionally, study of imaging and localization techniques has made me familiar with practices that I may use in the future as a dosimetrist.
I struggle with...
The topics related to imaging modalities can be very complex. Subjects such as PET and MRI are in depth studies in and of themselves. I feel I have a cursory knowledge of these subjects but I would like to continue to grow and understand these subjects.
I feel pretty good about...
I have a good amount of understanding and experience related to radiation treatment planning. Many of the topics in this course were familiar to me. I know there is more to learn with in depth study but I feel confident in my ability to perfom the job of a dosimetrist with the knowledge I have gained through this course.
Other reflective thoughts...
Imaging and localization are perhaps the most impportant parts of a dosimetrists jobs. Often the dosimetrist doesn't even perform these tasks. A solid understanding of this process is important so that a dosimetrist that can communicate their needs with simulation staff.