Medical Dosimetry - Suffolk University

Medical Dosimetry from Suffolk University is a Campus Certificate Medicine degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Beginning in the fall of 2011, Suffolk University and its clinical affiliates will offer a post-baccalaureate program in Medical Dosimetry for candidates who hold a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university. Medical Dosimetrists are members of the radiation oncology team whose primary role is to create computerized treatment plans and perform dose calculations for patients undergoing radiation therapy. The treatment plans are designed to deliver a curative dose as prescribed by the radiation oncologist, while limiting dose to adjacent normal organs. The 18 month program will consist of a combination of didactic coursework as well as clinical hands-on experience through clinical rotation at our affiliates. All clinical rotations will be completed under the supervision of board certified medical dosimetrists and medical physicists and will include such advanced treatment techniques as proton therapy and RapidArc. Our clinical affiliates will include Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), Brigham and Women's Hospital, MGH North Shore, MGH Newton Wellesley and MGH Emerson. Mission Statement The mission of the Medical Sciences program is to provide a rigorous and comprehensive education to students interested in pursuing careers in Radiation Therapy or Medical Dosimetry. Students will receive instruction from a multifaceted faculty in diverse clinical settings while using the most advanced technologies to develop exceptional clinical skills that will prepare them for entry level positions. Graduates of our program will think critically, communicate effectively, and appreciate the importance of continued education in maintaining their competence. Goals The goals of the program are to graduate students who: use critical thinking and problem-solving skills are clinically competent are able to communicate evaluate the importance of professionalism, growth and development possess appropriate entry-level employment skills View more details on Suffolk University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Medicine courses.