Education
Program Contact
Margaret Dow
Program Administrator, PGME in Radiation Oncology
Department of Oncology
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
London Regional Cancer Program
800 Commissioners Road East
London, Ontario N6A 5W9
t. 519.685.8600 x57433
e. margaret.dow@lhsc.on.ca
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Radiation Oncology Program
Welcome from the Chair/Chief, Division of Radiation Oncology
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Welcome to the Division of Radiation Oncology within the Department of Oncology at Western University. A central mission of the Division is the provision of exemplary patient care. We are a key provider of cancer care to Southwestern Ontarians and partner programs throughout the province. Together, we strive to ensure best patient care informed by a multi-disciplinary and collaborative practice, and are guided by quality, education, and research. With a growing incidence, prevalence, and burden of cancer, we are aware of the need to both lead and drive change within our field. Our faculty has led pivotal clinical trials, and facilitated innovation in patient care, education, and training. We are focused on the ongoing development of a learning culture and a spirit of inquiry with an acceptance of change. Research is a core element to our shared success. Indeed, we are actively engaged in the spectrum of research from basic science through to clinical trials that help to guide and inform best patient care. Our residency training program is recognized internationally and focused upon clinical training and an innovative pedagogy to afford a world class experience in research, education, and program administration/physician leadership. The Division of Radiation Oncology strives to further its commitment to excellence and seeks to position itself as a clinical, educational, and research leader within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University, and beyond. Our commitment is to establish and maintain a key role as the most trusted provider of patient care, and a respected partner in education and research within Southwestern Ontario and beyond. Dr. David D'Souza |
About the Division of Radiation Oncology
Residents and Fellows
Residents
PGY1
Dr. E. Kotrri | Dr. A. Vucetic |
PGY2
Dr. A. Akingbade | Dr. S. Shahhat |
PGY3
Dr. S. Ramadan | Dr. V. Tan |
PGY4
Dr. T. Tang | Dr. S. Young |
PGY5
Dr. S. Gulstene
Fellows:
Dr. T.M. StarlingDr. R. Amjad
To learn more about our residents, please visit our Residents & Fellows page.
Medical Staff: Radiation Oncologists
- Dr. Belal Ahmad, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Glenn Bauman, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Rohann Correa, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Robert Dinniwell, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. David D'Souza, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Barbara Fisher, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Chris Goodman, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Joanna Laba, Program Director, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Pencilla Lang, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Michael Lock, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Lucas Mendez, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Adam Mutsaers, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Tim Nguyen, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. David Palma, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Francisco Perera, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Melody Qu, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Nancy Read, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. George Rodrigues, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Vikram Velker, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Brian Yaremko, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Scott Karnas, Physicist
- Dr. Kathleen Surry, Physicist
Program Application
Applications are made to the Program Director through CaRMS for positions beginning July 1 of the following year. The London Regional Cancer Program will hold their interviews on January, 2024.
For more information about our training program and residents, visit our CaRMS page.
Program Structure and Duration
The Radiation Oncology Residency Program is a five-year program and included the areas listed below:
The program consists of two to three month rotations, during which a trainee will be generally assigned to a radiation oncologist having primary responsibility for treatment in specific organ sites - neuro-oncology, head and neck, thoracic oncology, breast, gynecological, genitourinary oncology, GI tract malignancies, sarcomas, melanomas and other malignancies. During the first year there is also a two to three month rotation through medical oncology at the London Regional Cancer Program. During the first to second year there is a three to four month rotation in internal medicine. Two months are spent in physics and there is up to six months of elective time to include further clinical oncology, pediatric oncology basic research and further experience in radiation oncology. A substantial proportion of the training is done in outpatients areas at the London Regional Cancer Program.
Trainees will be expected to actively participate in clinical rounds, grand rounds, conferences, seminars and journal clubs. Trainees will also be expected to attend a 74-hour program on core oncology knowledge during their training years. There are courses on treatment planning, general oncology, statistics and quality assurance. A monthly journal club is ongoing.
Research Opportunities and Awards
Radiation Oncology Residents are expected to complete at least one research project during their five-year program. Historically, our residents are involved in a number of research projects and publications during their time in the program. This is undoubtedly due to the unparalleled research support offered by Dr. David Palma, Research Director, and the enthusiastic staff at the London Regional Cancer Program (LRCP).
Depending on the individual goals of each resident, Dr. Palma will help facilitate a project that is of interest to the individual resident and ensure that they are supported from planning to publication.
Selected Resident Research Awards
In addition to numerous podium and poster presentations at National and International conferences annually, Residents have been recently recognized with the following awards.
2021
- Resident Research Career Development Award - Dr. Rohann Correa
2020
- ASCO Merit Award - Dr. Sondos Zayed
- Catalyst Grant Proposal Co-applicant ($25,000) - Dr. Rohann Correa
- CARO ACURA Grand ($20,000) - Dr. Wei Liu
- CARO Book Prize - Dr. Chris Goodman
2019
- CARO Best Poster Presentation - Dr. Sondos Zayed
- CARO Book Prize for Clinical Care & Epidemiology - Dr. Wei Liu
- Research Day Best Presentation - Dr. Rohann Correa
- Ontario Institute of Cancer Research Co-applicant ($140,000) - Dr. Rohann Correa
- IASLC Fellowship Award ($65,000) - Dr. Hanbo Chen
- Best Scientific Abstract in Science and Applied Technology CARO 2019 - Dr. Wei Liu
2018
- Best Resident Oral Presentation CARO 2018 - Dr. Adam Mutsaers
- Roentgen Resident/Fellow Research Award - Dr. Rohann Correa
- Research Day Best Presentation - Dr. Rohann Correa
Academic Half Day
- Disease Sites
- Clinical Trials
- Ethics
- Communication
- Statistics
- Wellness
- Professionalism
- Finances
- Career Planning
Additional Learning Opportunities
- Treatment Planning Rounds (weekly)
- Applied Physics ACR Bootcamp (annually)
- International Anatomy & Contouring Course (annually)
- Radiobiology Course (PGY2)
- Royal College Exam Review Course (PGY 4 & 5)
- Practice Oral Exams (PGY 3 - 5)
- Bell Ringer (PGY 3 - 5)
- Practice Written Exam (annually)
- multi-disciplinary Tumour Boards
- Radiation Oncology Assurance Rounds
- American Board of Radiology Exam (annually)
- Grand Rounds - Weekly lecture series featuring speakers from all disciplines, across the globe
- Resident Rounds - annual presentation to help residents prepare for conference season
Residents and Fellows
Residents
PGY1
Dr. E. Kotrri | Dr. A. Vucetic |
PGY2
Dr. A. Akingbade | Dr. S. Shahhat |
PGY3
Dr. S. Ramadan Dr. V. Tan
PGY4
Dr. T. Tang Dr. S. Young
PGY5
Dr. S. Gulstene
Fellows:
Dr. T.M. StarlingDr. R. Amjad
To learn more about our residents, please visit our Residents & Fellows page.
Medical Staff: Radiation Oncologists
- Dr. Belal Ahmad, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Glenn Bauman, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Rohann Correa, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Robert Dinniwell, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. David D'Souza, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Barbara Fisher, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Chris Goodman, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Joanna Laba, Program Director, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Pencilla Lang, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Michael Lock, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Lucas Mendez, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Adam Mutsaers, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Tim Nguyen, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. David Palma, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Francisco Perera, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Melody Qu, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Nancy Read, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. George Rodrigues, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Vikram Velker, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Brian Yaremko, Radiation Oncologist
- Dr. Scott Karnas, Physicist
- Dr. Kathleen Surry, Physicist
Program Application
Applications are made to the Program Director through CaRMS for positions beginning July 1 of the following year. The London Regional Cancer Program will hold their interviews on January, 2024.
For more information about our training program and residents, visit our CaRMS page.
Program Structure and Duration
The Radiation Oncology Residency Program is a five-year program and included the areas listed below:
The program consists of two to three month rotations, during which a trainee will be generally assigned to a radiation oncologist having primary responsibility for treatment in specific organ sites - neuro-oncology, head and neck, thoracic oncology, breast, gynecological, genitourinary oncology, GI tract malignancies, sarcomas, melanomas and other malignancies. During the first year there is also a two to three month rotation through medical oncology at the London Regional Cancer Program. During the first to second year there is a three to four month rotation in internal medicine. Two months are spent in physics and there is up to six months of elective time to include further clinical oncology, pediatric oncology basic research and further experience in radiation oncology. A substantial proportion of the training is done in outpatients areas at the London Regional Cancer Program.
Trainees will be expected to actively participate in clinical rounds, grand rounds, conferences, seminars and journal clubs. Trainees will also be expected to attend a 74-hour program on core oncology knowledge during their training years. There are courses on treatment planning, general oncology, statistics and quality assurance. A monthly journal club is ongoing.
Research Opportunities and Awards
Radiation Oncology Residents are expected to complete at least one research project during their five-year program. Historically, our residents are involved in a number of research projects and publications during their time in the program. This is undoubtedly due to the unparalleled research support offered by Dr. David Palma, Research Director, and the enthusiastic staff at the London Regional Cancer Program (LRCP).
Depending on the individual goals of each resident, Dr. Palma will help facilitate a project that is of interest to the individual resident and ensure that they are supported from planning to publication.
Selected Resident Research Awards
In addition to numerous podium and poster presentations at National and International conferences annually, Residents have been recently recognized with the following awards.
2021
- Resident Research Career Development Award - Dr. Rohann Correa
2020
- ASCO Merit Award - Dr. Sondos Zayed
- Catalyst Grant Proposal Co-applicant ($25,000) - Dr. Rohann Correa
- CARO ACURA Grand ($20,000) - Dr. Wei Liu
- CARO Book Prize - Dr. Chris Goodman
2019
- CARO Best Poster Presentation - Dr. Sondos Zayed
- CARO Book Prize for Clinical Care & Epidemiology - Dr. Wei Liu
- Research Day Best Presentation - Dr. Rohann Correa
- Ontario Institute of Cancer Research Co-applicant ($140,000) - Dr. Rohann Correa
- IASLC Fellowship Award ($65,000) - Dr. Hanbo Chen
- Best Scientific Abstract in Science and Applied Technology CARO 2019 - Dr. Wei Liu
2018
- Best Resident Oral Presentation CARO 2018 - Dr. Adam Mutsaers
- Roentgen Resident/Fellow Research Award - Dr. Rohann Correa
- Research Day Best Presentation - Dr. Rohann Correa
Academic Half Day
- Disease Sites
- Clinical Trials
- Ethics
- Communication
- Statistics
- Wellness
- Professionalism
- Finances
- Career Planning
Additional Learning Opportunities
- Treatment Planning Rounds (weekly)
- Applied Physics ACR Bootcamp (annually)
- International Anatomy & Contouring Course (annually)
- Radiobiology Course (PGY2)
- Royal College Exam Review Course (PGY 4 & 5)
- Practice Oral Exams (PGY 3 - 5)
- Bell Ringer (PGY 3 - 5)
- Practice Written Exam (annually)
- multi-disciplinary Tumour Boards
- Radiation Oncology Assurance Rounds
- American Board of Radiology Exam (annually)
- Grand Rounds - Weekly lecture series featuring speakers from all disciplines, across the globe
- Resident Rounds - annual presentation to help residents prepare for conference season