Continuing Education
Head and neck patient positioning techniques for radiation therapy
Accreditation: ASRT Category A - 1 credit
MDCB - 1 credit
State of Florida - 1 credit
Length: 1 hour
Tuition: $10/each
Positioning and immobilization of the head and neck area can be especially challenging due to the flexibility of this anatomical region.
The head and neck seminar offers a comprehensive overview of positioning and immobilization techniques. The course contains several hands-on demonstrations of innovative techniques and devices for this anatomical area.
After this seminar participants will be able to:
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Recognize the challenges of head and neck positioning and immobilization
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Identify the basic localization points and places used for accurate positioning and immobilization
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Recognize the functions, strengths and limitations of current techniques and devices
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Recognize the direction of future head and neck positioning and devices and their impact on quality radiation therapy
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Participate in hand-on demonstrations with several techniques and devices
For additional information, please email info@civco.com.
