Oncology is concerned with the study and treatment of cancer. It is estimated that over 80,000 new cases of cancer are diagnosed in Australia each year.

Radiation Oncologists are medical specialists who use radiation to treat patients with cancer. Radiation treatment, also known as radiotherapy, may also be used to treat other diseases. First and foremost as oncologists, Radiation Oncologists are concerned with providing appropriate support and advice to their patients about treatment options, the experience of treatment and other issues which they may face on their cancer journey.

The material in this section of the website provides information about Radiation Oncology, what Radiation Oncologists do, how to become a Radiation Oncologist, and where to get more information about cancer and radiation oncology.

• The Clinician’s Guide to Radiation Oncology, prepared by the Faculty for a medical readership, provides information about radiation oncology, radiotherapy, and its role in treating different types of cancer.

• Areas of Special Interest listing enables you to search for Radiation Oncologists who have indicated an area of special interest in regard to different types of cancer and treatments.
  

• The Trans-Tasman Radiation Oncology Group (TROG) conducts clinical trials, which are important in developing evidence about the best types and combinations of treatments to treat patients with cancer.
  

• Training to become a Radiation Oncologist
  To become a Radiation Oncologist, you need to have completed a medical degree and have completed two years of initial clinical training. Click here for more information.

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