About this Event
Come join us at the The Christie NHS Foundation Trust for a behind-the-scenes look at the world of radiotherapy.
Curious about a career that's at the heart of modern cancer care? Join us for an open day and explore the dynamic world of our radiotherapy department. This is your chance to see cutting-edge technology in action, meet our amazing team, and uncover the variety of rewarding career paths that start right here.
- Experience a world-first facility: Get an exclusive tour of one of only two NHS proton beam therapy centres in the country. See how this cutting-edge technology is pioneering new treatment options for patients across the UK and beyond.
- Follow the patient journey: Go behind the scenes and witness the complete treatment pathway, from initial CT scanning to the moment of treatment delivery. You'll get a unique look at our clinical facilities, including our advanced proton gantrys and linear accelerators.
- Chat with our inspiring team: This is your opportunity to have real conversations with our expert staff. Learn about their diverse roles, their experiences, and how you could build a meaningful career in this life-changing field.
- Meet the Universities! Meet the providers of radiotherapy degrees and apprenticeships here at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Find your route into an ever evolving profession!
Agenda
Introduction - What is radiotherapy?
Info: An introductory talk providing an insight into what radiotherapy is and what a therapeutic radiographer does. A chance to talk to one of the subject matter experts about their experiences in the profession.
Proton beam centre CT scanner
Info: A chance to see the start of the patient pathway in the proton beam centre touring the PBT pre-treatment department.
Proton beam gantry
Info: An extremely rare chance to tour the first NHS proton beam centre in the United Kingdom. See the kit that’s on the cutting edge of advances in patient treatment delivery.
Photon radiotherapy suite tour
Info: A tour of a linear accelerator in the photon radiotherapy department and a chance to talk to the staff that operate them every day. Discover one of the most common treatment options for cancer patients.
Q&A session
Info: A chance before you leave to have a session with another of our subject matter experts to answer any questions you may have about the tech, the career or training routes.
Event venue & nearby stays
Proton Beam Therapy Centre, Oak Road, Manchester, United Kingdom
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