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Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics
Volume 15, Supplement I, 1988
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS PROGRAM 1988 ASRT EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION/ASTRO PROGRAM
All activities will be held in the Fairmont Hotel unless indicated otherwise. SUNDA Y. OCTOBER 9. 1988 1:00 p.m, - 4:00 p.m, (Wildcatter Room)
JRCERT DECLINING STUDENT ENROLLMENT - IS PROGRAM SURVIVAL ENOUGH?
The current, most critical , national issue facing radiation therapy technology is the shortage of radiation therapists. A decline in enrollments in radiation therapy educational programs exacerbates th is shortage and requires that educators seek new and innovative tactics to not only have their programs survive, but to have them survive and flourish. During this session the possible impact of the prevailing economic and social climates on the survival of educational programs will be identified. The necessity for program directors to become marketing strategists will be emphasized through the use of needs assessment. Diana Browning, R.T.(T) Margaret L. Herda, R.T.(R) Linda Wingfield. R.T.(T) 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (International Foyer)
ASRT Registration
7:00 p.m, - 8:00 p.m. (Grand Ballroom)
Gammex Welcoming Reception
MONDAY. OCTOBER 10. 1988 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m,
(Hilton Exhibit Area)
Mits.mishi International Corporation Preview Exhibit - This exhibit has been arranged as a dedicated session FOR TECHNOLOGISTS ONL Y. BADGE REQUIRED FOR ADMITTANCE.
8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (International Foyerl
ASRT Registration
9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. !International Ballroom)
ASTRO Greetings AC R Greetings ASRT Greetings Beverly A. Buck, R.T.(T), ASRT President
Proceedings of the 30th Annual ASTRO Meeting
9:45 a.m. - 10:50 a.m,
(International Ballroom)
61
THE PROFESSIONAL IMAGE WE REFLECT Keynote Speaker
Professionalism simply stated is the conduct, aims, and qualities that characterize a profession. This presentation will demonstrate how a person's conduct reflects a professional (and personal) image and how this image is as important as one's technical ability in gaining professional recognition. Intended Audience: Administrative Technologists, Educators, Staff Technologists, and Radiation Oncology Administrators Joan L. Parsons, R.T.(R), ASRT President-Elect Aultman Hospital Canton, Ohio 11:00
a.m, - 12:00 p.m.
(Gold Room)
QUALITY ASSURANCE: RADIATION ONCOLOGY
1 ECE Credit
1988 STANDARDS
FOR
Quality Assurance is made up of two distinct parts: quality control and quality assessment. In January 1987, the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals (JCAH) instituted a new section in the standards entitled Radiation Oncology. To comply with these standards, we must document not only the accuracy of our equipment, but the effectiveness of our treatments as well. The quality assurance program developed at the Joint Center for Radiation Therapy will be presented. Intended Audience: Administrative Technologists, Educators, Staff Technologists, Physicists, and Radiation Oncology Administrators Beverly A. Buck, R.T.(T) Joint Center for Radiation Therapy Boston, Massachusetts 11:00
a.m, - 12:00 p.m.
(Rex Room)
1 ECE Credit
TASK ANAL YSIS FOR RADIATION THERAPY TECHNOLOGY
Elona McLees, R.T.(T) Updated information on the revised task analysis and test specifications for Radiation Therapy Technology will be provided during this review of newly published material. Intended Audience: Educators, Staff Technologists, Administrative Technologists 11:00
a.m, - 12:00 p.m,
(University Room)
HIGH
DOSE
RATE
REMOTE
AFTERLOADING
BRACHYTHERAPY OF THE LUNG
This session will present treatment techniques for cancers of the lung, esophagus and breast utilizing remote afterloading brachytherapy. Outpatient treatments will be discussed, and a review of similar types of treatments conducted in other facilities with a comparison of results will be presented. Burton L. Speiser, M.D. St. Joseph Hospital Phoenix, Arizona
1 ECE Credit
62
Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics
12:15 p.m, - 1:15 p.m. (Grand Ballroom)
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (University Room)
Volume 15, Supplement 1, 1988
LWlch - Sponsored by the ASRT Educational Foundation (Admission by ticket only) DEVELOPING HEALING WITH LIFE'S CHANGES
ATTITUDES:
WORKING
This workshop will be an opportunity to explore the various issues involved in working with law. transition. and change from both a patient and provider perspective. Thriving in an era of rapid change is emphasized in a conte xt of joy. humor, and community. Attitudes and beliefs that hamper patient or personal growth will be identified and participants will be encouraged to practice skills to open to the change process and to develop healing attitudes. Kathryn Mrgudic, M.A. Prescott College Prescott, Arizona 1:30 p.m, - 2:30 p.m,
(Bayou /)
2 ECE Credits
COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY IN RADIATION ONCOLOGY
Computed Tomography (CT) is a non-invasive diagnostic tool with specific application in radiation oncology. The major roles of CT in radiat ion oncology are : diagnosis, assessment and staging; treatment planning; and followup. The purpose of this presentation is to provide an overview of the application of CT in radiation oncology as well as the problems and alternatives associated with this modality. This presentation will include a discussion of digital axial tomography. Joseph Fodor, III, R.T.(R) University of Cincinnati Hospital Division of Radiation Oncology Cincinnati. Ohio 1:30 p.rn, - 2:30 p.m, (Bayou III
1 ECE Credit
CLINICAL APPLICATIONS OF HYPERTHERMIA
Hyperthermia, which is the use of elevated temperatures for therapeutic intent. is a treatment modality which has been introduced into many radiotherapy departments. Hyperthermia procedures differ significantly from the usual radiation treatments and involve a separate set of potential problems. One of the major problems is the clinical application of heat to the patient. This presentation will discuss the application of hyperthermia in the treatment of cancer patients. Advantages and disadvantages will be summarized. The use of shielding and beam shaping the field to the treatment will also be presented. Joe D. Thompson, R.T., Hyperthermia Specialist Loma Linda University Medical Center Loma Linda, California
1 ECE Credit
Proceedings of the 30th Annual ASTRO Meeting
2:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Gold Room)
AN EXTERNAL DEGREE PROGRAM - YOU ASKED FOR IT, YOU'VE GOT IT!
The ASRT Educational Foundation, in cooperation with Weber State College School of Allied Health Sciences, presents a distance learning degree program. This is your opportunity to obtain information which can lead to receiving a Bachelor's Degree in Allied Health Sciences with concentration in Health Services Administration, Health Services Education, Advanced Radiography (Angiography, CT/MRI, Clinical Supervision), and major emphasis (Radiation Therapy, Nuclear Medicine, Diagnostic Medical Sonography). Learn how you can participate in highly interactive, intensive seminar sessions at ASRT Educational Foundation conferences. Robert J. Walker, M.S., R.T.(R) Weber State College Ogden, Utah
o ECE Credits
TUESDA Y. OCTOBER 11. 1988 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. (Hilton Exhibit Area)
Siemens Medical Systems, Inc. Preview Exhibit - This exhibit has been arranged as a dedicated session FOR TECHNOLOGISTS ONL Y. BADGE REQUIRED FOR ADMITTANCE.
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m, (International Foyer)
ASRT Registration
9:00 a.m, - 12:00 p.m, (Loyola Room)
JRCERT ReSOlrce Room
9:15 a.m, - 10:10 a.m, (International Ballroom)
FROM THE DARKROOM TO THE COURTROOM Keynote Speaker
This presentation involves a discussion of recent North Carolina cases involving healthcare provider liability with emphasis on radiation therapy, radiology and radiologic technology. Harold G. Pope, an attorney, encourages questions and answers, and discusses standards of care, documentation, R.T./patient rapport, confidentiality, and working professionally and confidently rather than defensively. Harold G. Pope, Attorney At Law Burns, Pope & Sessoms, Attorneys Whiteville, North Carolina 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m, (A - Wildcatter) (B - Gold Room) (C - Rex Room) (0 - Mayor's Chambers)
1 ECE Credit
ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION I (Limit of 60 participants, II concurrent sessions)
This activity will involve four discussion sessions each twenty minutes in length with five minute wrap-ups. At the conclusion of each session, discussion leaders will move to the next discussion session. Participants will remain in the same room.
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Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics
Volume 15, Supplement 1, 1988
The max imum number of participants in each of the four sessions being conducted concurrently is 15 for a total of 60 participants. The same topics will be discussed on Wednesday and incl ude: Recruitment of staff (bring samples of what you are using), staff morale, port filming techniques and frequency, and criteria based performance evaluations (bring samples of what you are using; i.e" nurs ing skill inventories, etc.) Beverly A. Buck, R.T.CT), Moderator Martha C. Fasciano, R.T.(R)(T)(Nl. Moderator 10:15 a.m, - 11:15 a.m,
(Bayou I)
2 ECE Credits
THE FEASIBILITY AND DESIGN OF THE RADIATION ONCOLOG Y DEPARTMENT
There are many difficult issues facing the expansion or development of a new cancer facility. This presentation will cover the feasibility of the project. site planning and preparation, allocation of space, equipment selection, and financial break-even analysis. Hopefully, this will give participants a better understanding in future planning to prevent "the bursting of the seams effect". Carol A. Foyles, B.A., R.T.(T) Therapy Sales Specialist Siemens Medical Systems, Inc. Iselin , New Jersey 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
(Bayou II)
1 ECE Credit
IMAGING SYSTEMS FOR RADIATION THERAPY: PORTAL LOCALIZATION AND VERIFICATION, SIMULATION AND TREATMENT PLANNING
The use of radiographic and photographic imaging systems for the various stages of radiation therapy imaging, including portal imaging, simulation, and treatment planning will be presented. Design of cassette-screen-film combinations for portal localization (a few monitor units are used) and verification (imaging complete radiation treatment) will be emphasized based on both technical and practical considerations. Arthur G. Haus Eastman Kodak Company Health Sciences Division Rochester, New York 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
2 ECE Credits
RADIATION ONCOLOGY IN THE 1990's
(University Room) In this talk an attempt will be made to predict what major changes are in store for radiation oncology in the 1990's. The topics to be addressed include: unconventional fractionation (especially accelerated hyperfractionationl. predictive assays, 3-D treatment plann ing, high dose rate remote afterJoading, neutron rad iot herapy, radioimmunotherapy, intraoperative radiotherapy, hyperthermia, conformational radiotherapy, and chemical sens itizers and protectors. Colin G. Orton, Ph.D. Harper-Grace Hospitals Radiation Oncology Center Detroit, Michigan
2 ECE Credits
Proeeedings of the 30th Annual ASTRO Meeting
12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Lamch (on own)
1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m, (International Ballroom)
Scientific Sessions Clinical and Technical Aspects of Radiotherapy D. Ann Hollon, R.N., R.T.(T)
65
Intraoperative
Issues in Multicompetency/Mult iskilled Education and Practice Carole A. Sullivan, M.Ed., R.T.(R)(T) , FASRT 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (International Ballroom)
Siemens Award For Scientific Presentation Sponsored by Siemens Medical Systems, Inc.
3:30 p.m, - 4:30 p.m. (International Ballroom)
Open Forum on Radiation Therapy Beverly A. Buck, R.T.(T), Moderator ARRT Report, Elona McLees, R.T.(T) JRCERT Report, Linda Wingfield, R.T.(T) Rad iation Therapists Committee Report, Donna Dunn, R.T.(T)
WEDNESDAY. OCTOBER 12. 1988 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. (Hilton Exhibit Area)
Varian Corporation Preview Exhibit - This exhibit has been arranged as a dedicated session FOR TECHNOLOGISTS ONL Y. BADGE REQUIRED FOR ADMITTANCE.
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m, (International Foyer!
ASRT Registration
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Loyola Room)
JRCERT Resource Room
9:15 a.m, - 10;10 a.m. (International Ballroom)
ETHICS IN MEDICINE Keynote Speaker
"Ethics" - This word has appeared many t imes in the lay and medical the past. What is th is all about? What does this mean to all of us as our daily lives? What does it mean to all of us as we participate in of medicine? Examples of situations described in recent publications will for thought and discussion. Daniel Logan Seale, M.D. Martha Jefferson Hospital Charlottesville, Virginia
literature in we go about the practice be presented
1 ECE Credit
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Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics
10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. (A - Wildcatter) (8 - Gold Room) (C - Rex Room) (0 - Mayor's Chambers)
Volume 15, Supplement 1, 1988
Round Table Discussion II (Limit of 60 participants, 4 concurrent sessions)
This activity will involve four discussion sessions each twenty minutes in length with five minute wrap-ups. At the conclusion of each session, discussion leaders will move to the next discussion session. Participants will remain in the same room. The maximum number of participants in each of the four sessions being conducted concurrently is 15 for a total of 60. The same topics will be discussed today as on Tuesday. Beverly A. Buck, R.T.(T), Moderator Martha C. Fasciano, R.T.(R)(T)(N), Moderator 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Bayou Il
2 ECE Credits
COMMUNICATE BY PUBLISHING: WRITING SKILLS FOR ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
This is a workshop - both sessions must be attended in order to qualify for ECE credits. Communication is a key word in the growth of any profession. Many in the field of radiologic technology are understanding the need to share their knowledge with their colleagues. This writing course is designed to help potential authors learn the basic writing skills needed to compose a technical/educational article. Course content includes development of the manuscript idea, basic steps in writing, the organization of the manuscript, as well as how to submit your final manuscript for publicatton, Participants are encouraged to bring a paragraph to the class stating an idea that can be developed into an article. References: The Elements of Style. Manyal for Aythors & Editors. American Heritage Dictionary. Dorland's Medical Dictionary. Index Medicus. Pamela Wight, M.A. Managing Editor, Radiologic Technologv Tiburon, California 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m, (Bayou II)
q ECE Credits
CLINICAL COMPETENCIES DEVELOPMENT IN RADIATION THERAPY TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
The identification, development and evaluation of clinical competencies for radiation therapy technology students to include discussion of integrating didactic and clinical education experiences will be presented. Donna Dunn, M.S., R.T.(T) Department of Radiation Oncology Indiana University School of Medicine Indianapolis, Indiana
2 ECE Credits
Proceedings of the 30th Annual ASTRO Meeting
10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m, (University Room)
PEDIATRIC RADIATION THERAPY
This course will stress fundamental aspects of pediatric radiation therapy and attempt to underline similarities and differences between irradiation of adults children with malignancies. An overview of pediatric tumors will be given appropriate emphasis of the multidisciplinary approach to pediatric patients be stressed. James Robert Cassady, M.D. Radiation Oncology Division Arizona Health Sciences Center University of Arizona Tucson, Arizona 12:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. (Grand Ballroom)
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2 ECE Credits
Varian Award Luncheon Sponsored by Varian Corporation (Admission by ticket only) Beverly A. Buck, R.T.(T), Recipient THE FUTURE OF RADIATION THERAPY: WHERE ARE WE GOING?
Radiation therapy technology has evolved from that of on-the-job training and working under the direct supervision of the radiation oncologist to that of being a vital member of the radiation oncology team responsible for the accurate delivery of a prescribed course of treatment. As the scope of practice has expanded, so too have the professional expectations of radiation therapists. With the increased demand for radiation oncology services and the increased emphasis on cost containment. what is the future role of the radiation therapist? Will the current educational standards enable therapists to meet these demands as well as fulfill the professional expectations? It is necessary that these two issues be carefully evaluated in preparation for the future. Additional Varian Award Luncheon tickets may be purchased at the ASRT Registration area until 1:30 p.rn, on Monday, October 10,1988. 2:30 p.m, - 4:30 p.m, (Rex Room)
ASRT Regional Modality Delegate Meeting
THIS PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics
Volume 15, Supplement I, 1988
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS PROGRAM 1988 ASRT EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION/ASTRO PROGRAM
All activities will be held in the Fairmont Hotel unless indicated otherwise. SUNDA Y. OCTOBER 9. 1988 1:00 p.m, - 4:00 p.m, (Wildcatter Room)
JRCERT DECLINING STUDENT ENROLLMENT - IS PROGRAM SURVIVAL ENOUGH?
The current, most critical , national issue facing radiation therapy technology is the shortage of radiation therapists. A decline in enrollments in radiation therapy educational programs exacerbates th is shortage and requires that educators seek new and innovative tactics to not only have their programs survive, but to have them survive and flourish. During this session the possible impact of the prevailing economic and social climates on the survival of educational programs will be identified. The necessity for program directors to become marketing strategists will be emphasized through the use of needs assessment. Diana Browning, R.T.(T) Margaret L. Herda, R.T.(R) Linda Wingfield. R.T.(T) 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (International Foyer)
ASRT Registration
7:00 p.m, - 8:00 p.m. (Grand Ballroom)
Gammex Welcoming Reception
MONDAY. OCTOBER 10. 1988 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m,
(Hilton Exhibit Area)
Mits.mishi International Corporation Preview Exhibit - This exhibit has been arranged as a dedicated session FOR TECHNOLOGISTS ONL Y. BADGE REQUIRED FOR ADMITTANCE.
8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (International Foyerl
ASRT Registration
9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. !International Ballroom)
ASTRO Greetings AC R Greetings ASRT Greetings Beverly A. Buck, R.T.(T), ASRT President
Proceedings of the 30th Annual ASTRO Meeting
9:45 a.m. - 10:50 a.m,
(International Ballroom)
61
THE PROFESSIONAL IMAGE WE REFLECT Keynote Speaker
Professionalism simply stated is the conduct, aims, and qualities that characterize a profession. This presentation will demonstrate how a person's conduct reflects a professional (and personal) image and how this image is as important as one's technical ability in gaining professional recognition. Intended Audience: Administrative Technologists, Educators, Staff Technologists, and Radiation Oncology Administrators Joan L. Parsons, R.T.(R), ASRT President-Elect Aultman Hospital Canton, Ohio 11:00
a.m, - 12:00 p.m.
(Gold Room)
QUALITY ASSURANCE: RADIATION ONCOLOGY
1 ECE Credit
1988 STANDARDS
FOR
Quality Assurance is made up of two distinct parts: quality control and quality assessment. In January 1987, the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals (JCAH) instituted a new section in the standards entitled Radiation Oncology. To comply with these standards, we must document not only the accuracy of our equipment, but the effectiveness of our treatments as well. The quality assurance program developed at the Joint Center for Radiation Therapy will be presented. Intended Audience: Administrative Technologists, Educators, Staff Technologists, Physicists, and Radiation Oncology Administrators Beverly A. Buck, R.T.(T) Joint Center for Radiation Therapy Boston, Massachusetts 11:00
a.m, - 12:00 p.m.
(Rex Room)
1 ECE Credit
TASK ANAL YSIS FOR RADIATION THERAPY TECHNOLOGY
Elona McLees, R.T.(T) Updated information on the revised task analysis and test specifications for Radiation Therapy Technology will be provided during this review of newly published material. Intended Audience: Educators, Staff Technologists, Administrative Technologists 11:00
a.m, - 12:00 p.m,
(University Room)
HIGH
DOSE
RATE
REMOTE
AFTERLOADING
BRACHYTHERAPY OF THE LUNG
This session will present treatment techniques for cancers of the lung, esophagus and breast utilizing remote afterloading brachytherapy. Outpatient treatments will be discussed, and a review of similar types of treatments conducted in other facilities with a comparison of results will be presented. Burton L. Speiser, M.D. St. Joseph Hospital Phoenix, Arizona
1 ECE Credit
62
Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics
12:15 p.m, - 1:15 p.m. (Grand Ballroom)
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (University Room)
Volume 15, Supplement 1, 1988
LWlch - Sponsored by the ASRT Educational Foundation (Admission by ticket only) DEVELOPING HEALING WITH LIFE'S CHANGES
ATTITUDES:
WORKING
This workshop will be an opportunity to explore the various issues involved in working with law. transition. and change from both a patient and provider perspective. Thriving in an era of rapid change is emphasized in a conte xt of joy. humor, and community. Attitudes and beliefs that hamper patient or personal growth will be identified and participants will be encouraged to practice skills to open to the change process and to develop healing attitudes. Kathryn Mrgudic, M.A. Prescott College Prescott, Arizona 1:30 p.m, - 2:30 p.m,
(Bayou /)
2 ECE Credits
COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY IN RADIATION ONCOLOGY
Computed Tomography (CT) is a non-invasive diagnostic tool with specific application in radiation oncology. The major roles of CT in radiat ion oncology are : diagnosis, assessment and staging; treatment planning; and followup. The purpose of this presentation is to provide an overview of the application of CT in radiation oncology as well as the problems and alternatives associated with this modality. This presentation will include a discussion of digital axial tomography. Joseph Fodor, III, R.T.(R) University of Cincinnati Hospital Division of Radiation Oncology Cincinnati. Ohio 1:30 p.rn, - 2:30 p.m, (Bayou III
1 ECE Credit
CLINICAL APPLICATIONS OF HYPERTHERMIA
Hyperthermia, which is the use of elevated temperatures for therapeutic intent. is a treatment modality which has been introduced into many radiotherapy departments. Hyperthermia procedures differ significantly from the usual radiation treatments and involve a separate set of potential problems. One of the major problems is the clinical application of heat to the patient. This presentation will discuss the application of hyperthermia in the treatment of cancer patients. Advantages and disadvantages will be summarized. The use of shielding and beam shaping the field to the treatment will also be presented. Joe D. Thompson, R.T., Hyperthermia Specialist Loma Linda University Medical Center Loma Linda, California
1 ECE Credit
Proceedings of the 30th Annual ASTRO Meeting
2:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Gold Room)
AN EXTERNAL DEGREE PROGRAM - YOU ASKED FOR IT, YOU'VE GOT IT!
The ASRT Educational Foundation, in cooperation with Weber State College School of Allied Health Sciences, presents a distance learning degree program. This is your opportunity to obtain information which can lead to receiving a Bachelor's Degree in Allied Health Sciences with concentration in Health Services Administration, Health Services Education, Advanced Radiography (Angiography, CT/MRI, Clinical Supervision), and major emphasis (Radiation Therapy, Nuclear Medicine, Diagnostic Medical Sonography). Learn how you can participate in highly interactive, intensive seminar sessions at ASRT Educational Foundation conferences. Robert J. Walker, M.S., R.T.(R) Weber State College Ogden, Utah
o ECE Credits
TUESDA Y. OCTOBER 11. 1988 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. (Hilton Exhibit Area)
Siemens Medical Systems, Inc. Preview Exhibit - This exhibit has been arranged as a dedicated session FOR TECHNOLOGISTS ONL Y. BADGE REQUIRED FOR ADMITTANCE.
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m, (International Foyer)
ASRT Registration
9:00 a.m, - 12:00 p.m, (Loyola Room)
JRCERT ReSOlrce Room
9:15 a.m, - 10:10 a.m, (International Ballroom)
FROM THE DARKROOM TO THE COURTROOM Keynote Speaker
This presentation involves a discussion of recent North Carolina cases involving healthcare provider liability with emphasis on radiation therapy, radiology and radiologic technology. Harold G. Pope, an attorney, encourages questions and answers, and discusses standards of care, documentation, R.T./patient rapport, confidentiality, and working professionally and confidently rather than defensively. Harold G. Pope, Attorney At Law Burns, Pope & Sessoms, Attorneys Whiteville, North Carolina 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m, (A - Wildcatter) (B - Gold Room) (C - Rex Room) (0 - Mayor's Chambers)
1 ECE Credit
ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION I (Limit of 60 participants, II concurrent sessions)
This activity will involve four discussion sessions each twenty minutes in length with five minute wrap-ups. At the conclusion of each session, discussion leaders will move to the next discussion session. Participants will remain in the same room.
63
64
Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics
Volume 15, Supplement 1, 1988
The max imum number of participants in each of the four sessions being conducted concurrently is 15 for a total of 60 participants. The same topics will be discussed on Wednesday and incl ude: Recruitment of staff (bring samples of what you are using), staff morale, port filming techniques and frequency, and criteria based performance evaluations (bring samples of what you are using; i.e" nurs ing skill inventories, etc.) Beverly A. Buck, R.T.CT), Moderator Martha C. Fasciano, R.T.(R)(T)(Nl. Moderator 10:15 a.m, - 11:15 a.m,
(Bayou I)
2 ECE Credits
THE FEASIBILITY AND DESIGN OF THE RADIATION ONCOLOG Y DEPARTMENT
There are many difficult issues facing the expansion or development of a new cancer facility. This presentation will cover the feasibility of the project. site planning and preparation, allocation of space, equipment selection, and financial break-even analysis. Hopefully, this will give participants a better understanding in future planning to prevent "the bursting of the seams effect". Carol A. Foyles, B.A., R.T.(T) Therapy Sales Specialist Siemens Medical Systems, Inc. Iselin , New Jersey 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
(Bayou II)
1 ECE Credit
IMAGING SYSTEMS FOR RADIATION THERAPY: PORTAL LOCALIZATION AND VERIFICATION, SIMULATION AND TREATMENT PLANNING
The use of radiographic and photographic imaging systems for the various stages of radiation therapy imaging, including portal imaging, simulation, and treatment planning will be presented. Design of cassette-screen-film combinations for portal localization (a few monitor units are used) and verification (imaging complete radiation treatment) will be emphasized based on both technical and practical considerations. Arthur G. Haus Eastman Kodak Company Health Sciences Division Rochester, New York 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
2 ECE Credits
RADIATION ONCOLOGY IN THE 1990's
(University Room) In this talk an attempt will be made to predict what major changes are in store for radiation oncology in the 1990's. The topics to be addressed include: unconventional fractionation (especially accelerated hyperfractionationl. predictive assays, 3-D treatment plann ing, high dose rate remote afterJoading, neutron rad iot herapy, radioimmunotherapy, intraoperative radiotherapy, hyperthermia, conformational radiotherapy, and chemical sens itizers and protectors. Colin G. Orton, Ph.D. Harper-Grace Hospitals Radiation Oncology Center Detroit, Michigan
2 ECE Credits
Proeeedings of the 30th Annual ASTRO Meeting
12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Lamch (on own)
1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m, (International Ballroom)
Scientific Sessions Clinical and Technical Aspects of Radiotherapy D. Ann Hollon, R.N., R.T.(T)
65
Intraoperative
Issues in Multicompetency/Mult iskilled Education and Practice Carole A. Sullivan, M.Ed., R.T.(R)(T) , FASRT 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (International Ballroom)
Siemens Award For Scientific Presentation Sponsored by Siemens Medical Systems, Inc.
3:30 p.m, - 4:30 p.m. (International Ballroom)
Open Forum on Radiation Therapy Beverly A. Buck, R.T.(T), Moderator ARRT Report, Elona McLees, R.T.(T) JRCERT Report, Linda Wingfield, R.T.(T) Rad iation Therapists Committee Report, Donna Dunn, R.T.(T)
WEDNESDAY. OCTOBER 12. 1988 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. (Hilton Exhibit Area)
Varian Corporation Preview Exhibit - This exhibit has been arranged as a dedicated session FOR TECHNOLOGISTS ONL Y. BADGE REQUIRED FOR ADMITTANCE.
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m, (International Foyer!
ASRT Registration
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Loyola Room)
JRCERT Resource Room
9:15 a.m, - 10;10 a.m. (International Ballroom)
ETHICS IN MEDICINE Keynote Speaker
"Ethics" - This word has appeared many t imes in the lay and medical the past. What is th is all about? What does this mean to all of us as our daily lives? What does it mean to all of us as we participate in of medicine? Examples of situations described in recent publications will for thought and discussion. Daniel Logan Seale, M.D. Martha Jefferson Hospital Charlottesville, Virginia
literature in we go about the practice be presented
1 ECE Credit
66
Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics
10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. (A - Wildcatter) (8 - Gold Room) (C - Rex Room) (0 - Mayor's Chambers)
Volume 15, Supplement 1, 1988
Round Table Discussion II (Limit of 60 participants, 4 concurrent sessions)
This activity will involve four discussion sessions each twenty minutes in length with five minute wrap-ups. At the conclusion of each session, discussion leaders will move to the next discussion session. Participants will remain in the same room. The maximum number of participants in each of the four sessions being conducted concurrently is 15 for a total of 60. The same topics will be discussed today as on Tuesday. Beverly A. Buck, R.T.(T), Moderator Martha C. Fasciano, R.T.(R)(T)(N), Moderator 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Bayou Il
2 ECE Credits
COMMUNICATE BY PUBLISHING: WRITING SKILLS FOR ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
This is a workshop - both sessions must be attended in order to qualify for ECE credits. Communication is a key word in the growth of any profession. Many in the field of radiologic technology are understanding the need to share their knowledge with their colleagues. This writing course is designed to help potential authors learn the basic writing skills needed to compose a technical/educational article. Course content includes development of the manuscript idea, basic steps in writing, the organization of the manuscript, as well as how to submit your final manuscript for publicatton, Participants are encouraged to bring a paragraph to the class stating an idea that can be developed into an article. References: The Elements of Style. Manyal for Aythors & Editors. American Heritage Dictionary. Dorland's Medical Dictionary. Index Medicus. Pamela Wight, M.A. Managing Editor, Radiologic Technologv Tiburon, California 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m, (Bayou II)
q ECE Credits
CLINICAL COMPETENCIES DEVELOPMENT IN RADIATION THERAPY TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
The identification, development and evaluation of clinical competencies for radiation therapy technology students to include discussion of integrating didactic and clinical education experiences will be presented. Donna Dunn, M.S., R.T.(T) Department of Radiation Oncology Indiana University School of Medicine Indianapolis, Indiana
2 ECE Credits
Proceedings of the 30th Annual ASTRO Meeting
10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m, (University Room)
PEDIATRIC RADIATION THERAPY
This course will stress fundamental aspects of pediatric radiation therapy and attempt to underline similarities and differences between irradiation of adults children with malignancies. An overview of pediatric tumors will be given appropriate emphasis of the multidisciplinary approach to pediatric patients be stressed. James Robert Cassady, M.D. Radiation Oncology Division Arizona Health Sciences Center University of Arizona Tucson, Arizona 12:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. (Grand Ballroom)
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2 ECE Credits
Varian Award Luncheon Sponsored by Varian Corporation (Admission by ticket only) Beverly A. Buck, R.T.(T), Recipient THE FUTURE OF RADIATION THERAPY: WHERE ARE WE GOING?
Radiation therapy technology has evolved from that of on-the-job training and working under the direct supervision of the radiation oncologist to that of being a vital member of the radiation oncology team responsible for the accurate delivery of a prescribed course of treatment. As the scope of practice has expanded, so too have the professional expectations of radiation therapists. With the increased demand for radiation oncology services and the increased emphasis on cost containment. what is the future role of the radiation therapist? Will the current educational standards enable therapists to meet these demands as well as fulfill the professional expectations? It is necessary that these two issues be carefully evaluated in preparation for the future. Additional Varian Award Luncheon tickets may be purchased at the ASRT Registration area until 1:30 p.rn, on Monday, October 10,1988. 2:30 p.m, - 4:30 p.m, (Rex Room)
ASRT Regional Modality Delegate Meeting
THIS PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.