Medical radiation has saved countless lives and helped many patients avoid the risks of exploratory surgery. Yet a recent New York Times investigation found that some radiation patients have been seriously harmed by human and computer error. We’ll discuss the increasingly sophisticated technology, and a new push for more training and oversight of hospitals that provide these treatments.

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  • Walt Bogdanich Investigative Reporter, The New York Times
  • Anthony Zietman President, American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
  • Dave Fisher Executive Director, Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance (MITA)

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