Radiation Staffing Shortages Delay Treatments and Add to Patients' Anxiety.

The article reveals that staffing shortages at oncology radiation practices delay treatments and add to patient anxiety, according to the 2023 staffing survey released by the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO). Other cited effects of staff shortages include increase in operating costs and reduced support services. Proposed solutions to address staff shortages include expanding training programs, certification and accreditation and providing appropriate compensation.