Image guided therapy is the use of any form of medical imaging to plan, perform, and evaluate therapeutic interventions (these include surgery, radiation therapy and medical therapies). Image guided therapy techniques help to make interventions less invasive and drives precision medicine. In the context of this subject, the focus will be on the state-of-the-art imaging technologies that comprise molecular imaging: PET, SPECT, MRI, CT and Ultrasound.
This subject has an advanced practice focus to build skills and capabilities beyond the established scope of practice. The subject provides a focus on recent innovation and development in image guided therapy, detailing the theory and translational application. The subject aims to provide a rich understanding of the principles and practice within a context of capability application in advanced practice.
HD/FL
One session
School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences
Master of Medical Radiation Science (with specialisations)
Master of Advanced Medical Radiation Practice
Undergraduate degree and clinical experience in medical radiation sciences.
MRS580 replaced by MRS581
MRS580
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