With this 100% online university program, you will master the quality control of Nuclear Medicine equipment”

In a context of rapid advances in medical technologies, Radiophysics Applied to Nuclear Medicine presents itself as an essential field for engineers looking to stay current and relevant in the industry. The continuous evolution of clinical technology devices demands trained professionals who understand the complexities of international quality control protocols and can apply this knowledge in the efficient design of radioactive facilities.

As such, the syllabus of the Postgraduate diploma in Radiophysics Applied to Nuclear Medicine will focus on Radiobiology, analyzing the cellular and biological effects triggered by radiation and diving into tissue sensitivity, radiation-induced injury and repair processes. The engineers will also delve into the world of radiopharmaceuticals in Nuclear Medicine, unraveling their uses for both diagnosis and treatment.

Likewise, they will delve into the fundamental equipment in hospitals, from activimeters to gamma cameras and PET, breaking down their parts, operation and imaging techniques. Next, the professionals will address the international regulations on radiological protection, as well as their practical application in the hospital environment. With special emphasis on Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Oncology and Radiodiagnosis, the importance of safeguarding patients and health professionals will be discussed.

This program is presented as a unique opportunity for working professionals who wish to enhance their skills and knowledge, without compromising their professional and personal lives. With a 100% online methodology, students will be able to access the contents from anywhere, adapting the learning to their schedules. In addition, the application of the Relearning method reinforces the retention of key concepts, ensuring a deep and lasting understanding of the topics covered.

Step into a world-class educational experience that will elevate your professional horizons in the field of Nuclear Medicine”

This Postgraduate diploma in Radiophysics Applied to Nuclear Medicine contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include: 

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Radiophysics Applied to Nuclear Medicine
• The graphic, schematic and practical contents with which it is conceived provide cutting- Therapeutics and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

6 months of stimulating learning that will lead you to understand the design of a radioactive facility in a hospital environment”

The program includes in its teaching staff professionals from the sector who bring to this training the experience of their work, as well as renowned specialists from reference societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Take advantage of this unique opportunity and take the plunge! You will get up to date on the physical basis of gamma camera and PET operation"

The revolutionary Relearning methodology, used in this program, will allow you to acquire knowledge and skills in an autonomous and progressive way"

Throughout this innovative academic pathway, professionals will be immersed in an intensive specialization that will allow them to delve into the physical basis of the operation of fundamental equipment, such as gamma cameras and PET. This detailed approach will extend to the ability to determine specific quality controls for these devices, giving graduates essential knowledge for the efficient and safe management of crucial technologies in the field of Nuclear Medicine. This program represents a unique opportunity to acquire specialized skills that will enhance professional work in the field of Medical Engineering.

You will explore emerging technologies that are transforming the landscape of Nuclear Medicine, through 450 hours of the best digital educational content”

Module 1. Radiobiology

1.1. Interaction of Radiation with Organic Tissues

1.1.1. Interaction of Radiation with Tissues
1.1.2. Interaction of Radiation with the Cell
1.1.3. Physicochemical Response

1.2. Effects of Ionizing Radiation on DNA

1.2.1. Structure of ADN
1.2.2. Radiation-Induced Damage
1.2.3. Damage Repair

1.3. Radiation Effects on Organic Tissues

1.3.1. Effects on the Cell Cycle
1.3.2. Irradiation Syndromes
1.3.3. Aberrations and Mutations

1.4. Mathematical Models of Cell Survival

1.4.1. Mathematical Models of Cell Survival
1.4.2. Alpha-Beta Model
1.4.3. Effect of Fractionation

1.5. Efficacy of Ionizing Radiation on Organic Tissues

1.5.1. Relative Biological Efficacy
1.5.2. Factors Altering Radiosensitivity
1.5.3. LET and Oxygen Effect

1.6. Biological Aspects According to the Dose of Ionizing Radiations

1.6.1. Radiobiology at Low Doses
1.6.2. Radiobiology at High Doses
1.6.3. Systemic Response to Radiation

1.7. Estimation of the Risk of Ionizing Radiation Exposure

1.7.1. Stochastic and Random Effects
1.7.2. Risk Estimation
1.7.3. ICRP Dose Limits

1.8. Radiobiology in Medical Exposures in Radiotherapy

1.8.1. Isoeffect
1.8.2. Proliferation Effect
1.8.3. Dose-Response

1.9. Radiobiology in Medical Exposures in Other Medical Exposures

1.9.1. Brachytherapy
1.9.2. Radiodiagnostics
1.9.3. Nuclear Medicine

1.10. Statistical Models in Cell Survival

1.10.1. Statistical Models
1.10.2. Survival Analysis
1.10.3. Epidemiological Studies

Module 2. Nuclear Medicine

2.1. Radionuclides used in Nuclear Medicine

2.1.1. Radionuclides
2.1.2. Typical Diagnostic Radionuclides
2.1.3. Typical Radionuclides in Therapy

2.2. Obtaining Artificial Radionuclides

2.2.1. Nuclear Reactor
2.2.2. Cyclotron
2.2.3. Generators

2.3. Instrumentation in Nuclear Medicine

2.3.1. Activimeters. Calibration of Activimeters
2.3.2. Intraoperative Probes
2.3.3. Gammacameras and SPECT
2.3.4. PET:

2.4. Quality Assurance Program in Nuclear Medicine

2.4.1. Quality Assurance in Nuclear Medicine
2.4.2. Acceptance, Reference and Consistency Tests
2.4.3. Good Practice Routine

2.5. Nuclear Medicine Equipment: Gamma Cameras

2.5.1. Image Formation
2.5.2. Image Acquisition Modes
2.5.3. Standard Protocol for a Patient

2.6. Nuclear Medicine Equipment: SPECT

2.6.1. Tomographic Reconstruction
2.6.2. Synogram
2.6.3. Reconstruction Corrections

2.7. Nuclear Medicine equipment: PET:

2.7.1. Physical Basis
2.7.2. Detector Material
2.7.3. 2D and 3D Acquisition. Sensitivity.
2.7.4. Time of Flight

2.8. Image Reconstruction Corrections in Nuclear Medicine

2.8.1. Attenuation Correction
2.8.2. Dead Time Correction
2.8.3. Random Event Correction
2.8.4. Scattered Photon Correction
2.8.5. Standardization
2.8.6. Image Reconstruction

2.9. Quality Control of Nuclear Medicine Equipment

2.9.1. International Guidelines and Protocols
2.9.2. Planar Gamma Cameras
2.9.3. Tomographic Gamma Cameras
2.9.4. PET:

2.10. Dosimetry in Nuclear Medicine Patients

2.10.1. MIRD Formalism
2.10.2. Estimation of Uncertainties
2.10.3. Erroneous Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals

Module 3. Radiation Protection in Hospital Radioactive Facilities

3.1. Hospital Radiation Protection

3.1.1. Hospital Radiation Protection
3.1.2. Radiation Protection Magnitudes and Specialized Radiation Protection Units
3.1.3. Risks Specific to the Hospital Area

3.2. International Regulations on Radiation Protection

3.2.1. International Legal Framework and Authorizations
3.2.2. International Regulations on Health Protection against Ionizing Radiations
3.2.3. International Regulations on Radiological Protection of the Patient
3.2.4. International Regulations on the Specialty of Hospital Radiophysics
3.2.5. Other International Regulations

3.3. Radiation Protection in Hospital Radioactive Facilities

3.3.1. Nuclear Medicine
3.3.2. Radiodiagnostics
3.3.3. Radiotherapy Oncology

3.4. Dosimetric Control of Exposed Professionals

3.4.1. Dosimetric Control
3.4.2. Dose Limits
3.4.3. Personal Dosimetry Management

3.5. Calibration and Verification of Radiation Protection Instrumentation

3.5.1. Calibration and Verification of Radiation Protection Instrumentation
3.5.2. Verification of Environmental Radiation Detectors
3.5.3. Verification of Surface Contamination Detectors

3.6. Control of the Airtightness of Encapsulated Radioactive Sources

3.6.1. Control of the Airtightness of Encapsulated Radioactive Sources
3.6.2. Methodology
3.6.3. International Limits and Certificates

3.7. Design of Structural Shielding in Medical Radioactive Facilities

3.7.1. Design of Structural Shielding in Medical Radioactive Facilities
3.7.2. Important Parameters
3.7.3. Thickness Calculation

3.8. Structural Shielding Design in Nuclear Medicine

3.8.1. Structural Shielding Design in Nuclear Medicine
3.8.2. Nuclear Medicine Installations
3.8.3. Workload Calculation

3.9. Design of Structural Shielding in Radiotherapy

3.9.1. Design of Structural Shielding in Radiotherapy
3.9.2. Radiotherapy Facilities
3.9.3. Workload Calculation

3.10. Structural Shielding Design in Radiodiagnostics

3.10.1. Structural Shielding Design in Radiodiagnostics
3.10.2. Radiodiagnostic Installations
3.10.3. Workload Calculation

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