M.S. in Medical Dosimetry
Program Highlights for Working Radiation Therapy Professionals
- Complete the degree in just four semesters.
- Asynchronous online instruction for all didactic courses.
- Limited required synchronous online class sessions each semester.
- Flexible access to recorded lectures via a web-based platform.
View the 2025 Medical Dosimetry Virtual Brochure (pdf).
The Master of Science in Medical Dosimetry program is designed to equip licensed radiation therapists with the advanced knowledge and skills necessary for professional growth. Tailored for working professionals, this hybrid program offers the flexibility of completing didactic coursework online with options for day or evening schedules while fulfilling clinical education requirements at their place of employment. To maintain educational integrity, the clinical education hours must be kept separate from regular work responsibilities.
With the increasing demand for qualified medical dosimetrists, the profession urgently needs more trained professionals. Additionally, a Master of Science degree is becoming essential for those pursuing academic roles in medical dosimetry, enabling them to educate and mentor the next generation. The program is offered in a distance learning format to accommodate the needs of working professionals and those with family responsibilities.
This program is designed to enhance your clinical proficiency, deepen your knowledge, and strengthen your critical thinking in order to place you in an advanced position in both clinical and academic settings.
Administration
Program Director
Mahsa Dehghanpour, Ed.D.
Associate Program Director
Jamie Baker, Ph.D.
Executive Advisor
, M.D.
PRS Medical Staff Governance
Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology
Division of Radiation Oncology
MD Anderson Cancer Center
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Accreditation
The Medical Dosimetry program is accredited by the (JRCERT). The program's current award is accreditation for a period of 8 years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found on the .
JRCERT
20 N. Wacker Dr., Ste 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Phone 312-704-5300
Email mail@jrcert.org
Upon completion of the program, students will qualify for examination and certification from the .
Resources
Contact us
Mahsa Dehghanpour, Ed.D.
713-792-3455
MDehghan@mdanderson.edu
School of Health Professions
713-745-1205
askSHP@mdanderson.edu
Our Labs
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Conferences
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