Radiation therapy plays a vital role in cancer treatment, with more than half of all people with the disease requiring it as part of their care. So why are only 36 percent of patients receiving it in the UK?
In this episode, Prof. Pat Price, Clinical Oncologist, founder and chair of Radiotherapy UK, chair and co-founder of the #catchupwithcancer campaign and co-founder of the Global Coalition for Radiotherapy, shares what drives her in the relentless advocacy for the role of radiotherapy in cancer care, and why raising its profile is essential to ensuring access for those who need it most.
Ever wondered why there’s never been a medical television drama centered on radiation oncology? Tune in to hear what Prof. Price has to say about it!
Creators and Guests
Host
Emily Basset
A former therapy radiographer and dosimetrist with extensive clinical experience in radiotherapy, Emily is the Director of Global Clinical Communications for Elekta, where she leverages her technical and clinical expertise.
Guest
What is Spilling the RT?
Spilling the RT is a podcast series from Elekta that features conversations around radiation therapy with clinical experts who are changing the game in radiation oncology. Each episode explores exciting research, technology or emerging trends with leaders who are not just advancing the field, but passionate about making a difference. Plus, we get personal – discovering what drives these individuals and how their journeys began.
Hosted and moderated by Elekta’s Global Clinical Communications Manager, Emily Basset, this series is your front-row seat to everything radiotherapy. Subscribe to Spilling the RT on Apple and Spotify or listen on Elekta’s YouTube channel.