Penn Medicine - Principles of Proton Therapy, 1 week on-site course

March 03 to March 07, 2025
Roberts Proton Therapy Center, Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
General information

Learn from the world’s leaders in proton therapy.
Penn provides comprehensive proton therapy education, enabling healthcare professionals to deliver safe and effective patient care utilizing this cutting-edge technology. Our program covers fundamental concepts and rationales for delivering precise and accurate proton therapy, instilling confidence in the ability to perform daily responsibilities and handle unexpected situations. Additionally, we focus on optimizing workflows to enhance throughput, minimizing delays and complications.
Independent from Vendor Equipment Hands-On Training. Certificate of participation awarded upon completion.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

  • Radiation Oncologists
  • Physicists
  • Dosimetrists
  • Radiation Therapists
     

PROGRAM:
 - Prior to attending the on-site course, you will be enrolled in a series of web-based modules, which will
 - provide you with basic knowledge of proton therapy.
 - Topics covered while on-site (all roles):
 - History and Tour of the Roberts Proton Therapy Center
 - Review the Fundamentals of Proton Therapy Physics & Technology
 - Considerations for Clinical Operations
 - Introduction to Proton Treatment Planning
 - Anesthesia Workflows for Pediatric Patients
 - Building Patient Engagement in Your Center
 - Observation:

  •  Patient Alignment and Verification
  •  Motion Management Strategies
  • Dual Energy CT Simulation
  • Treatment in Proton Gantry