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Radiology - Radiation Oncology

The radiation oncologist focuses on both the curative and the palliative treatment of the person with cancer. They use a variety of treatment modalities such as x-rays, radium, and radionuclides.

Number of physicians in specialty - Very small, less than 5,000
Competitiveness of residency - Moderate
Years of training required - Five years including a first year of training in a categorical radiation oncology, internal medicine, family medicine, obstetrics/gynecology, surgery or surgical subspecialty, pediatrics, or a transitional program.

Values & Personality Traits of Physicians in Radiology - Radiation Oncology

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Values Match

Specialists Value

Decision making
Sufficient time off
Taking care of people
Working with my hands

Specialists do not value

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

The American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology
ASTRO is the largest radiation oncology society in the world, with more than 10,000 members who specialize in treating patients with radiation therapies. ... MORE >

SDN Radiation Oncology Forum
Discuss radiation oncology with your peers on the Student Doctor Network community forums.... MORE >

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