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Radiation Oncology Doctor
Nature of the work
Radiation oncology involves the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers as well as the study and management of disease, especially malignant tumors.1
Radiation oncologists can receive training in the following subspecialty:
hospice and palliative medicine, which involves preventing and relieving the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses.
Training/residency information
The residency training program for radiation oncology is five years.
References
1 The American Board of Medical Specialties. Guide to Physician Specialties. Evanston, IL: American Board of Medical Specialties; February 2008.
2 2010 Physician Compensation Survey [special feature].
Modern Healthcare
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