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Who will be involved in my care?
The following staff and employees will be involved in your care.
Scheduling Coordinators:
The scheduling corrdinators will help assist you in setting up your consultation and daily appointments, as well as, schedule your follow up appointment. They will also help you with amy parking concerns.
Radiation Oncology Nurse:
On your first day of treatment, the oncology nurse will have a through discussion with you about what to expect during treatment, as well as, address any questions or concerns you may have. The nurse will also teach you about managing radiation-induced side effects. The nurse is a crucial part of your care.
Radiation Oncologist:
The radiaiton oncologist is the physician in charge who over see's all aspects of your care and treatment.
Radiation Therapist:
The radiation therapist is the person who will take you into the treatment room, help position your body, and administer the radiation. You will form a close bond with the therapist.
Simulation Technician:
This person will help the physician on the day of simulation. He or she will take you back to the simulation room, position your body for the simulation, and take X-ray films of the target area.
Physicist:
The physicist's help in calculating the correct amount of doseage needed for your treatment in producing positive results. You will not necessarily meet this person.
Dosimetrist:
This person helps the physician with the treatment planning. You may or may not necessarily meet this person.
If needed, a Dietician or a Social Worker may be involved in your care.
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