
4. Radiation Treatment Delivery
- Types of Radiation Therapy
- External beam
- Brachytherapy
- Radiopharmaceuticals
- Advanced techniques
- Radiation Equipment
- Overview of machines used
- Differences in equipment capabilities and indications
- Differentiate between various types of radiation therapy and identify appropriate applications of each.
- Understand advanced techniques like adaptive therapy and proton therapy.
- Describe key equipment used in radiation oncology and its clinical capabilities.

Brianna Whitener, MPAS, PA-C (Moderator)
Houston Methodist Hospital
Bri is a dedicated radiation oncology physician assistant, serving as the system Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Manager for radiation oncology at Houston Methodist Hospital. She holds a Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree from Baylor College of Medicine, and a Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy (BSRT) from Texas State University and is NCCPA certified. With a background as a radiation therapist before pursuing physician assistant training, Bri brings a unique perspective and depth of experience to her practice. She is committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to her patients, leveraging her expertise in both radiation therapy and diagnostic image reconstruction and review. She is a member of several professional organizations, including ACHE (American College of Healthcare Executives), TGCPAA (Texas Gulf Coast Physician Assistant Association), AAPA (American Academy of Physician Assistants), APAO (Association of Physician Assistants in Oncology), ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology), APSHO (Advanced Practitioner Society for Hematology and Oncology) and ASTRO (American Society of Therapeutic Radiation Oncology). Bri is known for her exceptional clinical skills, strong communication abilities, and unwavering dedication to improving the lives of those she serves.
Brianna Whitener has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
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Types of Radiation Therapy
Select the "View Video" button to begin. | 42 minutes
Select the "View Video" button to begin. | 42 minutes
Types of Radiation - Knowledge Check
1 Question | Unlimited attempts | 0/1 points to pass
1 Question | Unlimited attempts | 0/1 points to pass
Knowledge Check grades DO NOT COUNT towards earning your CE certificate. You will be informed that you passed this quiz once it has been completed.
Radiation Equipment
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Select the "View Video" button to begin. | 7 minutes
Radiation Equipment - Knowledge Check
2 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 0/2 points to pass
2 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 0/2 points to pass
Knowledge Check grades DO NOT COUNT towards earning your CE certificate. You will be informed that you passed this quiz once it has been completed.
Radiation Treatment Delivery - Summary
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Select the "View Video" button to begin. | 3 minutes
Radiation Treatment Delivery - Post Test
4 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 3/4 points to pass
4 Questions | Unlimited attempts | 3/4 points to pass
This post test counts towards your CE Certificate. You must answer at least 3 of 4 questions correctly to earn credit for this module. You have unlimited attempts to pass the Post Test.