Radiation 101: Demystifying Cancer Treatment for Your Patients
1.0 CE Credit Hour / Siobhan Haney, VMD, MS, DACVR (RO), MBA
Siobhan Haney, VMD, MS, DACVR (RO), MBA
Dr. Siobhan Haney is a board-certified veterinary radiation oncologist practicing at BluePearl Pet Hospital and the BluePearl Veterinary CyberKnife Cancer Center in Malvern, Pennsylvania. She specializes in advanced cancer treatments for companion animals, including CyberKnife stereotactic radiation therapy, intensitymodulated radiation therapy (IMRT), volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT), and palliative care. Dr. Haney has lectured nationally and internationally and has contributed to multiple studies on conventional and stereotactic radiation therapies. She completed her residency at Tufts University and earned her veterinary degree from the University of Pennsylvania. She also holds a Master of Science in Biology from Rutgers University and an MBA from Pennsylvania State University. Outside of work, Dr. Haney enjoys organizing, exploring fine art and historic homes, staying active on her Peloton, and spending time with her husband and two children.
Overview:
Radiation therapy can be an intimidating topic, but it doesn’t have to be. This session breaks down the fundamentals of veterinary radiation oncology in a practical, easy-to-understand way. Participants will learn how radiation works, which patients are good candidates, what to expect during treatment, and how to address common myths and misconceptions. Designed for general practitioners, this 50-minute talk will provide clear, actionable information to guide clinical decisions and client discussions regarding radiation therapy for cancer patients.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Explain the basic principles and mechanisms of veterinary radiation therapy.
- Identify which patients and cancer types are appropriate candidates for radiation treatment.
- Describe the expected process and outcomes of radiation therapy to clients.
- Debunk common myths and misconceptions surrounding veterinary radiation oncology.
- Apply knowledge of radiation therapy to clinical decision-making and referral planning.
This course is RACE-approved for 1.0 continuing education credits hours in jurisdictions that accept RACE-approval.
