Department
Radiation Oncology
About
The Department of Radiation Oncology provides radiation therapy for cancer treatment, trains radiation oncologists, and conducts research in cancer care and radiation techniques.
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Radiation Oncology is an academic clinical department based in Johannesburg, South Africa, within a public university hospital setting. Established as part of a major research-intensive university, it functions as a specialist clinical and research unit focused on cancer treatment, training, and innovation in low- and middle-income contexts.
Its research centers on oncology in resource-limited settings, with strong emphasis on breast cancer, pediatric Hodgkin lymphoma, bladder cancer, and the intersection of cancer and HIV. Work on harmonized treatment protocols and affordable biomarkers demonstrates leadership in adapting evidence-based care to African health systems.
The department also advances radiotherapy innovation, including artificial intelligence, remote planning, and workflow optimization to expand access. Broader contributions in environmental health and sustainability reflect interdisciplinary collaboration. Collectively, its scholarship strengthens equitable cancer care and supports global oncology progress.
Latest publications
Most recent scholarly works and contributions.