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Department of Radiation Oncology Heersink School of Medicine

Ethos Clinical Observation: A Half-Day Experience

Course Overview

The Ethos Clinical Observation Program offers radiation oncology professionals a unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the implementation and execution of online adaptive radiation therapy. This half-day, in-person course provides an in-depth look at the development of our adaptive radiation therapy program, live clinical case observations, and workflow demonstrations. Participants will engage with expert faculty, observe adaptive workflows in real-time, and have the opportunity to ask questions about clinical decision-making and implementation.

This course is offered in collaboration with Varian, ensuring that attendees gain insight into cutting-edge adaptive therapy practices and technology.



Course Highlights

  • Format: Half-day, in-person clinical observation
  • Location: Hazelrig-Salter Radiation Oncology Center, Birmingham, AL
  • Target Audience: Physicians, physicists, Administrators, therapists, and dosimetrists specializing in adaptive therapy
  • Cost: $1,500 per participant
  • Partners: In collaboration with Varian


Learning Objectives

Participants will:

  • Gain insight into the development and implementation of an adaptive radiation therapy program.
  • Observe real-time clinical cases utilizing Ethos adaptive therapy.
  • Understand workflow efficiency and decision-making in adaptive therapy.
  • Engage with expert faculty for in-depth discussions and Q&A sessions.


Course Director

  • Dennis N. Stanley, PhD


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 

Who should attend this course?

  • This course is designed for physicians, physicists, administrators, therapists, and dosimetrists interested in observing online adaptive radiation therapy workflows and clinical cases.

What is the cost of the course?

  • The registration fee is $1,500 per participant.

Where is the course held?

  • The course takes place in person at the Hazelrig-Salter Radiation Oncology Center in Birmingham, AL.

Will I receive hands-on training?

  • This is an observation-only course, focusing on live patient cases and workflow demonstrations. For hands-on training, consider enrolling in the Ethos Clinical School three-day program.

Who are the course directors?

  • The course is led by: Dennis N. Stanley, PhD