A case for regionalisation of radiation oncology services.
The provision of radiation oncology services in Australia has been a source of concern and difficulty for governments for many years. This paper examines the requirements for a regional radiation oncology service. For this to operate effectively and efficiently, it is necessary to have appropriate equipment which is adequately staffed; an adequate population in the catchment area of the service, and adequate specialist support services that can be involved in the diagnosis and management of people with cancer.
Queensland Radium Institute, Royal Brisbane Hospital.
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