This postgraduate diploma will immerse you in radiological phenomena, the development of three-dimensional treatments and the application of cutting-edge technologies. Don't waste time, enroll now!"

Radiophysics Applied to Advanced Radiotherapy Procedures represents an innovative field that fuses medical radiotherapy with engineering, generating significant benefits in the treatment of oncological diseases. Thanks to Applied Radiophysics, advanced customization of treatments is achieved, considering the specific anatomical and biological characteristics of each patient. In addition, the application of more sophisticated imaging and dosimetry techniques allows for greater accuracy in radiation administration, minimizing adverse effects on surrounding tissues. 

This way, this postgraduate diploma was born, which will address crucial aspects such as Protonterapia, a consolidated technique that uses protons to reduce radiation in healthy tissues during the treatment of Cancer. In addition, the program will analyze the interaction of protons with matter, cutting-edge technology and clinical aspects, including radiation protection. 

Also, Intraoperative Radiotherapy will be investigated, consisting of highly precise treatments during surgery, analyzing innovative technology, dose calculations and safety. Finally, the graduates will delve into the physical and biological foundations of brachytherapy, addressing sources of radiation, clinical applications and ethical dilemmas. This will allow professionals to contribute to both practical and investigative development in radiophysics. 

This university program offers complete training, with teaching resources developed through the innovative methodology Relearning, pioneer in TECH. This technique involves strategic repetition of essential concepts, to ensure a thorough understanding of the material. In addition, being completely online, the platform will be available 24 hours a day, being able to access from any electronic device with an Internet connection. This eliminates the need to move or adjust to established schedules, providing total flexibility. 

With this 100% online program you will master the most innovative procedures, such as the Flash Technique, the latest trend in Intraoperative Radiotherapy"

This postgraduate diploma in Radiophysics Applied to Advanced Radiotherapy Procedures contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. Its most notable features are:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Radiophysics Applied to Advanced Radiotherapy Procedures 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning 
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies  
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will delve into Intraoperative Radiation Therapy, an approach involving the application of radiation during surgical procedures, focusing on technical and clinical details for a complete understanding"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.  

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will analyze the physical and practical principles of Protonterapia through the wide variety of multimedia resources available on the TECH platform"

Bet on TECH! You will immerse yourself in the techniques of implantation of brachytherapy, involving the placement of radioactive sources directly in the patient’s body"

This program has as fundamental goals to develop a comprehensive understanding of the most advanced techniques, such as prototherapy, intraoperative radiation therapy and brachytherapy. The program is designed to equip engineers with sound theoretical knowledge and practical skills. However, it goes beyond simple training; its aim is to foster innovative mindset, encouraging professionals to not only apply, but also drive continuous progress in this critical field. In this way, the essence of this program is to amalgamate knowledge, skills and a visionary perspective to generate a real and palpable impact in society.

TECH main focus is to train trained leaders who can successfully face the most complex challenges in the field of Radiotherapy"

General Objectives

• Investigate the interactions of protons with matter
• Establish differences in physical and clinical dosimetry in Protonterapia
• Examine radiation protection and radiobiology in Proton Therapy
• Develop the fundamental principles of intraoperative radiation therapy
• Analyze the technology and equipment used in intraoperative radiation therapy
• Evaluate methods of treatment planning in intraoperative radiation therapy
• Underpinning radiation protection and patient safety practices
• Identify and compare radiation sources used in brachytherapy, demonstrating a thorough understanding of their properties and clinical applications
• Plan doses in brachytherapy, optimizing the radiation distribution in the target
• Propose specific quality management protocols for procedures of Brachytherapy

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Advanced Radiotherapy Method. Proton Therapy

• Analyze proton beams and their clinical use
• Evaluate the necessary requirements for the characterization of this radiotherapy technique
• Establish the differences of this modality with conventional radiotherapy
• Develop expertise knowledge in radiation protection

Module 2. Advanced Radiotherapy Method. Intraoperative radiotherapy

• Identify clinical indications for intraoperative radiation therapy
• Analyze in detail the methods of dose calculation in intraoperative radiotherapy
• Examine factors influencing patient and medical staff safety
• Grounding the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in the planning and execution of intraoperative radiotherapy treatments

Module 3. Brachytherapy in the Field of Radiotherapy

• Develop source calibration techniques through well and air chambers
• Examine the application of the Monte Carlo method in brachytherapy
• Evaluate planning systems using the TG 43 formalism
• Identify key differences between High Dose Rate Brachytherapy (HDR) and Low Dose Rate Brachytherapy (LDR)
• Specify procedures and planning for prostate brachytherapy

TECH innovative tools and the support of leading professionals will lead you towards achieving your goals effectively"