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RADO 202: The Basic Science of Radiation and Cancer Biology (BMP 202)

For residents or fellows in the training program in the Division of Radiation Therapy, and for interested medical students. Basic processes of radiation biology that underly the treatment of malignant diseases by radiation. Carcinogenesis and mutagenesis by radiation are also covered. Prerequisite: familiarity with cell biology and physiology; consent of instructor.
Last offered: Spring 2023 | Units: 1

RADO 203: Perspectives on Clinical Research

This is an introductory seminar that introduces goals and methods of clinical research to first-year medical students and undergraduates interested in clinical research. The course will consist of a speaker series of clinical researchers and statisticians. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in research projects utilizing methods taught in class.
Terms: Win | Units: 1

RADO 204: Current Topics in Oncology

This lunch seminar will introduce students to various topics in oncology and cancer research, including clinical care, cancer pathogenesis, therapeutics, global health, and more. Speakers will come from multiple areas to give students an overview of the ways clinical care and research interface with cancer patients.
Terms: Spr | Units: 1

RADO 210: Current Topics in Oncology

Student lead: This is a lunch seminar introducing preclinical students to current topics in oncology, including research, ethics, clinical care, health policies, humanities, etc. Speakers will come from multiple areas of cancer care, research and industry.
Terms: Win | Units: 1

RADO 244: Program in Radiation Biology Seminar Series

Open to graduate and undergraduate students. Current research in radiation and cancer biology summarized by two laboratories.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1 | Repeatable for credit

RADO 251: Medical Physics and Dosimetry (BMP 251)

This course covers concepts of radiological physics and dosimetry that are fundamental for understanding and exploring the most common medical application of physics in imaging and therapy. The course comprises two major parts. Part I focuses on the interaction of ionizing radiation with matter as the basis for understanding radiation/human body interactions. Part II focuses on radiation measurement devices and techniques for accurate assessment of imaging and therapeutic doses of radiation. Prerequisites: Undergraduate degree in Physics, Engineering, or other closely related scientific discipline. Students with non-Physics backgrounds must have had a coursework satisfying the requirements for an undergraduate minor in Physics. This includes the calculus based introductory general physics sequence and three upper division (junior or senior level) topical physics courses that would be taken by a physics major. Examples of upper division courses include Modern Physics or Electricity and Magnetism.
Terms: Aut | Units: 3

RADO 252: Physics of Radiation Therapy (BMP 252)

This course provides the students the basis for understanding the principals of physics application in a key cancer therapy regimen radiotherapy, including external beam radiotherapy, brachytherapy, treatment planning, radiotherapy devices and emergent particle radiotherapy.
Terms: Win | Units: 3

RADO 253: Biological Principles and Medical Applications of Ionizing Radiation (BMP 253)

This course gives an introduction to the field of radiation therapy, based on the fundamental principles by which ionizing radiation interacts with biological systems. Blending physics, chemistry, and biology, we will delve into the cellular determinants of radiation response, including DNA damage and repair, modes of cell death, and radiation response modifiers. We will then zoom out and explore the response of normal tissues and tumors to radiation, including acute effects, carcinogenesis, heritable effects, and clinical radiobiology. Beyond these foundational principles, students will also be introduced to innovative topics, including the interaction of radiation therapy with the immune system and the development of radiotheranostics. This course provides a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, equipping participants with a holistic understanding of radiation biology's pivotal role in improving cancer therapies. No prerequisites.
Terms: Spr | Units: 3

RADO 300A: Radiation Oncology Clerkship

VISITING: Open to visitors. TYPE OF CLERKSHIP: Selective 1. DESCRIPTION: The Stanford Department of Radiation Oncology welcomes 3rd and 4th year medical students. During this rotation, students will be exposed to different radiation oncology topics including history of radiation oncology, basic principles of radiation physics and radiation/cancer biology, radiation treatment planning and work-up and management of a broad range of malignant conditions. Students will participate in didactic sessions with faculty and residents and attend tumor boards and chart rounds. Students will work with faculty in clinic and be expected to work up patients and present cases to faculty. Students will also be exposed to radiation treatment planning. At the end of the rotation, students will be expected to give a talk on a topic of their choosing to the department. Please note: Visiting students will need to get prior approval before submitting their applications by emailing Tony Giuliano at agiulian@stanford.edu. Please state the period you are applying for. PREREQUISITES: MED 300A and/or SURG 300A. PERIODS AVAILABLE: 1-5, 9-12, full-time for 4 weeks, 4 students per period. CLERKSHIP DIRECTOR: Elham Rahimy, M.D. CLERKSHIP COORDINATOR: Tony Giuliano, 650-724-7673, agiulian@stanford.edu. REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS: Where: Contact Tony Giuliano at agiulian@stanford.edu, 650-724-7673 for time and location; Time: TBA. CALL CODE: 0, no call, no weekends. OTHER FACULTY: Staff. LOCATION: SUMC.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 6

RADO 370: Medical Scholars Research

Provides an opportunity for student and faculty interaction, as well as academic credit and financial support, to medical students who undertake original research. Enrollment is limited to students with approved projects.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 4-18 | Repeatable for credit

RADO 398A: Clinical Elective in Radiation Oncology

VISITING: Closed to visitors. TYPE OF CLERKSHIP: Elective. DESCRIPTION: Provides an opportunity for a student in the clinical years to have an in-depth clinical experience in Radiation Therapy, of a quality and duration to be decided upon by the student and a faculty preceptor in the Department of Radiation Oncology to build on the RADO 300A experience. Please note: Students cannot add 398A clerkships directly to their fishbowl schedules through the regular shuffles. Please contact Caroline Cheang in the Office of Medical Student Affairs at cheang@stanford.edu with the faculty preceptor's name and email address to add this clerkship. PREREQUISITES: RADO 300A and permission from the Program Director. PERIODS AVAILABLE: 1-12, full time for 4 weeks, 4 students per period. CLERKSHIP DIRECTOR: Elham Rahimy M.D. CLERKSHIP COORDINATOR: Tony Giuliano, 650-724-7673, agiulian@stanford.edu. REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS: Where: Contact Tony Giuliano @ 650-724-7673 for time and location; Time: TBA. CALL CODE: 0. OTHER FACULTY: P. Dubrowski and staff. LOCATION: SUMC.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 1-6 | Repeatable 3 times (up to 18 units total)
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