MS Medical Dosimetry

Medical dosimetrists are integral members of the radiation oncology team who create computerized treatment plans and perform dose calculations for patients undergoing radiation therapy. As “architects” of radiation therapy, they design plans to deliver a curative dose to tumors while limiting exposure to nearby healthy organs.

At Suffolk, you will learn from expert board-certified dosimetrists and physicists at top Boston hospitals who provide didactic and clinical instruction. Our competency-based clinical curriculum incorporates the latest planning techniques including 3D, IMRT, VMAT, brachytherapy, and stereotactic. Students also have the unique experience of a 3-week rotation in proton treatment planning. You will be prepared to be a clinically competent professional who can communicate effectively, think critically, and engage in evidence-based practice.

Supervised clinical rotations are completed at our affiliates including

The variety of clinical sites ensures exposure to working in multiple settings including a major academic center as well as a smaller community setting. Every student also gains experience using the two major treatment planning systems which are Eclipse and RayStation.

Upon graduation, you will be eligible to apply to sit for the certification exam offered by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board. At this time, there are no licensure requirements for Medical Dosimetrists in any state or the District of Columbia.

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