It does appear 53gy is a recurring number for your dosage as well as lesser amounts to other organs. The Wizards are wizards as they guard their secrets well and only reveal what they have to when forced.

All I can do is be as armed with the verbiage and lingo to develop some cred with them and then maybe they show more of the kimono.

The treatment map images showed a lot of detail and between the fast talk and my glazing over the images, I am certain most went right by. I'll be more prepared next time.

What sorts of deliverables or work output are worth requesting of the RO and dosimetrist? Can I just ask for a copy of all the records they have collected up?
It seems the medical physicist participates at a level above individual cases and more focused on ensuring process, procedures, techniques, equipment, etc. are all constantly monitored and calibrated.


Don
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