Specialty overview
Radiation oncologists safely apply radiation therapy to a wide range of cancers, either as an isolated treatment or in conjunction with surgery, chemotherapy or other treatments.
Clinical practice
Radiation oncologists are ultimately responsible for assessing individual patients, and are required to consult with other doctors involved with cancer treatment to determine a best management plan, oversee treatment and assess a patient’s progress. Radiation oncologists meet regularly with patients and their carers to discuss what is involved before, during and after treatment.
Key statistics
2023 QLD Training program selections(first year)
31
eligible
8
selected
Number of Queensland and Australian specialists
Number of Queensland and Australian new fellows
Number of Queensland trainees and average work hours
Information on specialists
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Specialists over 60
This donut chart shows that 19% of specialists are aged over 60 years. -
Specialist intending to retire by 2032
This donut chart shows that 39% of 2022 workforce intend to retire by 2032. -
Location in Queensland
This donut chart shows the percentage of specialists by their location: 25% are located in regional Queensland, 75% are in major cities, and 0% are in remote regions. The chart highlights that a vast majority of specialists are based in major cities. -
Proportion Female/Male - QLD
55.4%
male44.6%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 55.4%, Females are 44.6%. -
Public vs Private
39.6%
private60.4%
publicThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of public and private specialists. Private is 39.6%, Public is 60.4%.
Information on trainees
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Proportion female/male trainees in Queensland
46.7%
male53.3%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 46.7%, Females are 53.3%. -
2023 QLD Training program selections (first year)
31
received8
selectedThis doughnut chart shows the number of 2023 QLD Training Program Selections (First Year). 31 Eligible applications were received, 8 of those were selected.