Our Services
Comprehensive radiotherapy physics services delivering world-class healthcare through innovation and clinical excellence
Our Vision
Lead the SWWCC to a position in providing world class healthcare through innovation and clinical developments, participating in a wider range of clinical trials, building a highly functioning team of skilled staff.
Nationally Recognized Excellence
We provide data nationally to the Radiotherapy Dataset and are currently ranked 7th in the UK and 1st in Wales in the proportion of patients receiving newer advanced techniques.
Advanced Treatment Planning
Our role is preparing and independently checking, by medical physics experts, the best complex radiation treatment the patient can tolerate, to achieve best practice and decrease the toxicity associated with radiotherapy. We are also now taking over roles traditionally done by Consultants, including outlining target volumes and organs at risk, due to workforce redesign.
Electronic Workflow Solutions
As we serve a wide geographical area, Radiotherapy Physics have implemented full electronic working including remote radiation prescribing, to ensure patients start treatment as soon as possible. This has been shown to have a large effect on treatment outcome and allows clinicians to maximize their patient time.
Quality Assurance & Safety
We ensure the highest standards of patient safety through rigorous quality control procedures, independent treatment verification, and comprehensive monitoring of radiation delivery systems. Our medical physics experts validate every treatment plan to sub-millimetre accuracy.
Research & Development
We are active in research and development, contributing to the advancement of radiotherapy physics through academic partnerships and clinical innovation.
Patient Pathway Management
The patient pathway to radiotherapy treatment can be complex and consists of several key steps involving multiple staff groups across two departments (Oncology and Radiotherapy Physics) and relies on those staff groups working to time sensitive targets.
Radiotherapy Physics is responsible for many of the key steps in the patient pathway to treatment, ensuring seamless coordination and timely delivery of care across our extensive geographical coverage area.
Innovation & Technology
Our commitment to innovation drives continuous improvement in treatment techniques, equipment capabilities, and patient care processes. We actively evaluate and implement cutting-edge technologies to enhance treatment precision and patient outcomes.
Through our partnerships with leading universities and participation in clinical trials, we ensure our patients have access to the most advanced radiotherapy treatments available, while contributing to the broader scientific understanding of cancer treatment.
Excellence in Patient Care
Our multidisciplinary approach, combining advanced technology with expert knowledge, ensures that every patient receives personalized, world-class radiotherapy treatment tailored to their specific needs and condition.