Radiation Oncology at Saint Barnabas Medical Center

Patient's Guide to Radiation Oncology
at Saint Barnabas Medical Center

Our Exemplary Staff

Like any successful team, the Saint Barnabas Radiation Oncology Team of professionals has excellent training and is comprised of individuals committed to the same goals and ideals. Below is a brief description of the role of each team member and how they will be an integral part of your health care team. All of these individuals are certified and/or licensed professionals.

• Radiation oncologist: Your radiation oncologist will oversee your care by developing and prescribing your treatment plan. He or she will make sure your treatment is accurately given, monitor your progress, and help identify and treat any side effects of your radiation therapy. Look in the back pocket of this brochure or ask the department secretary for a copy of the credentials of our medical staff.
  
  
• Medical radiation physicist: A qualified radiation physicist will work directly with your doctor to ensure that your treatment has been properly tailored to best suit your medical treatment plan. He or she will oversee the work done by the dosimetrist and will make sure the equipment works properly. 
  
  
• Radiation therapist: You will have close contact with the radiation therapist who administers your daily radiation treatment. Under the supervision of your doctor, he or she will maintain your daily records and regularly verify that the equipment is working properly. 
  
  
• Dosimetrist: Many radiation therapists receive advanced training in order to become dosimetrists. The dosimetrist works closely with your physician and medical radiation physicist to calculate your dose of radiation and help to develop complex treatment plans. 
  
  
• Radiation oncology nurse: Nurses play a key role in the education and evaluation of patients undergoing radiation oncology. Your nurse will assess your condition prior to, during, and following your radiation oncology treatments and will provide information on potential side effects. 
  
  
• Social worker: Counseling is available to all patients and their families as needed. Please see Patient Education and Emotional Support. 
  
  
• Dietitian: Nutritional counseling is available to patients as needed. For further information, please ask your radiation oncology nurse.

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