There are manifold motivations for seeking academic credentials in Radiation Therapy. Amongst the many reasons are a desire to be involved in healthcare and help people in their most dire hour of need, a dedication to scientific inquiry, and the allure of novel therapeutic interventions for devastating disease. When a layperson thinks of radiation, catastrophes such as Chernobyl or Fukushima come to mind, however, in the hands of the able Radiation Therapist radiation seeks to wage battle against cancer and promote longevity and ultimately improve a patient’s quality of life.
My specific interest in radiation therapy is a result of my unfortunate familiarity ...