2 Month Fellowship

Advanced Training for PGY4 & PGY5 Residents

Secure your place in a community focused on developing competent and skilled brachytherapists through our transformative 300 in 10 learning experience.

300 Teams Targeted

10 Years of Mission

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If you are a PGY4 or PGY5 looking to advance your expertise in brachytherapy, we invite you to apply for our 300 in 10, 2-month fellowship program, designed to elevate your skills and knowledge in this specialized field.

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Elite Clinical Grant

The Brian Moran Scholarship

Advance your skills in Low-Dose Rate (LDR) prostate brachytherapy.

$5,000 Award Amount

2 Months Rotation Duration

LDR Prostate Focus Area

Why This Scholarship Matters

Thanks to a generous donation from the Brian Moran Foundation, the ABS is proud to offer a dedicated funding opportunity for radiation oncology residents committed to mastering LDR prostate brachytherapy. High-quality, high-volume prostate brachytherapy training is becoming increasingly scarce—yet the procedure remains a highly effective, versatile treatment option.

Clinical Expectations & Deliverables

1. Proficiency in TRUS & Prostate Anatomy

Training in transrectal ultrasound setup and use with a stepper device.
Instruction on identifying prostate anatomy on ultrasound for treatment planning and seed placement.

2. Comprehensive Phantom-Based Training

Performing prostate volume studies.
Developing LDR treatment plans using clinical software.
Ordering and accepting LDR radioisotopes.
Utilizing different LDR seed placement techniques (e.g., freehand, stranded, Mick applicator).
Conducting post-implant dosimetry to assess implant quality.

3. Didactic Instruction on LDR Prostate

Delivering structured didactic sessions covering: Patient selection, indications, and contraindications for LDR prostate brachytherapy.
Selection of radioisotopes and dosimetric planning parameters.
Techniques for imaging and pre-operative/intraoperative planning.
Interpretation of post-implant imaging and dosimetry.

4. Clinical Case Participation

Providing residents with the opportunity to serve as the first assistant in at least one LDR prostate brachytherapy procedure.
Participation in at least 10 LDR or HDR prostate brachytherapy cases in 2 months.

Eligibility & Application

We are looking for residents who demonstrate a profound commitment to incorporating LDR prostate brachytherapy into their future practice. Additionally, the training site where you apply and are accepted must offer LDR prostate brachytherapy.

*MUST BE AN ABS MEMBER - MEMBERSHIP IS FREE FOR RESIDENTS!