Rad Onc
Medical abbreviation · Medical Specialty
| Stands for | Radiation oncology |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
Rad Onc stands for Radiation oncology, a medical specialty abbreviation.
Specialty that treats cancer and some benign conditions with ionizing radiation, delivered externally (as with intensity-modulated radiation therapy or stereotactic radiosurgery) or internally with radioactive sources (brachytherapy). US training is a five-year residency including a preliminary year.
Example: Rad Onc plans 25 fractions to the breast after lumpectomy.
Usage notes
Radiation oncologists work with medical physicists, dosimetrists and radiation therapists. Treatment is divided into fractions, with doses prescribed in gray (Gy). Certification is through the American Board of Radiology. The field differs from diagnostic radiology, which uses imaging to find disease.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.