Which professional delivers radiation therapy to cancer patients?

• A. Radiation Therapist
• B. Radiologic Technologist
• C. Audiologist
• D. Massage Therapist

Answer: (A)

Delivering radiation therapy requires specialized training to operate treatment machines, calculate doses, and protect patients from exposure. The professional who does this is the Radiation Therapist. They work with the oncology team to use devices like linear accelerators to deliver precise doses of radiation to tumor sites, following a plan created by the oncologist and medical physicist. They also handle patient setup and immobilization, verify that the machine settings match the prescribed plan, and monitor patients during each session to ensure safety and accuracy.

Radiologic Technologists focus on diagnostic imaging (X-rays, CT, MRI) to visualize body structures, not to deliver therapy. Audiologists assess and treat hearing and balance issues, while massage therapists provide manual therapy. None of these roles administer radiation therapy.