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RADAMERICA Inc.
Our Organization
RADAMERICA operates five radiation oncology centers
in the Baltimore area. It employs approximately 70 individuals who
have a variety of specialized training and expertise. The company utilizes
some of the most hi-tech equipment available in its operations. RADAMERICA's
mission revolves around delivering high quality, yet cost-effective treatment
to all of its patients.
Radiation Oncology Defined
Radiation oncology utilizes high energy radiation in the treatment of
cancer and certain benign diseases. It is one of the three main modalities
utilized in the treatment of cancer along with surgery and chemotherapy. More
than one-half of all cancer patients will recieve radiotherapy at some point
in the treatment of their disease. A typical treatment session lasts from
ten to fifteen minutes and these sessions are usually part of a two to
seven week course of therapy.
The Radiation Oncology Professional Staff
The Radiation Oncologist is a physician who has had comprehensive
specialized training in the use of radiation in the treatment of disease. We
currently have 6 physicians who are all highly trained radiation oncologists.
Many professionally trained individuals aid the radiation oncologist.
- Medical Physicists have received a graduate degree specializing
in the application of physics to medicine.
- Medical Dosimetrists are certified radiation therapy technologists
with an additional certification in dosimetry.
- Radiation Therapists are certified by the American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists.
- Physicians Assistants are board certified with medical skills
in physical assessment, oncology patient management, pharmacology, and
microbiology.
- Oncology Nurses are specifically trained in the care and treatment
of cancer patients.
- Radiological Engineers perform preventative maintenance and
quality assurance tests on all major equipment involving radiation therapy.
RADAMERICA centers have been awarded accreditation by the:
- Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations
- Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care
- American College of Radiology
To contact RADAMERICA
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