Jeffrey Ryckman: RadOncCalc – A Mobile-Friendly Tool to Enhance Radiation Oncology Practice
Jeffrey Ryckman, Radiation Oncologist and Assistant Professor at West Virginia University, shared a post on X:
“Excited to share our latest work: RadOncCalc – A Mobile-Friendly Tool to Enhance Radiation Oncology Practice
How does RadOncCalc help radiation oncologists save time and enhance patient care? Let’s break it down in this Tweetorial!
The Problem
Radiation oncology evolves FAST. Navigating countless guidelines, dose constraints, and publications can be overwhelming.
– Existing tools are invaluable but scattered across platforms.
– Many lack mobile-friendliness, limiting on-the-go access.
The Solution: RadOncCalc
We built a free, mobile-friendly, web-based tool to streamline radonc resources into ONE platform.
It’s your pocket companion for:
– Dose constraints
– Contouring guidelines
– Clinical calculators
– Quick reference to landmark studies
How We Built It
From 2014-2024, we systematically organized over 3,000 dose metrics using consistent TG-263 nomenclature.
Modern tech ensures:
– Seamless mobile/web experiences
– Automated updates from NCCN, ASTRO, QUANTEC, and more
– Links to thousands of publications
Global Reach:
Since its launch in May of 2020, RadOncCalc has:
– Registered 20,000+ users from 136 countries
– Top 3: USA, India, Mexico
– Attracted 274,000+ views and 1.2M events
– Averaged 37 min/session – a testament to its utility
User Feedback
– 37% of weekly active users stick with RadOncCalc regularly.
– Average app rating: 4.6/5 stars
– Praise for its intuitive design and comprehensive content
Impact on Practice:
RadOncCalc is more than an app. It’s a step toward: – Standardized, evidence-based care
– Reducing time spent on literature searches
– Continuous professional development
What users are saying:
Average rating: 4.6/5 stars
“Intuitive interface, comprehensive content, indispensable for my practice!”
Looking Ahead:
Based on user feedback, we’re exploring:
– EHR integration
– Customizable dose libraries
– Multilingual support
Team Effort:
This wouldn’t have been possible without our diverse, dedicated team from Florida to India! Collaboration at its finest.
Call to Action:
Have you tried RadOncCalc? Share your experience or ideas for improvement! Help us continue to make radiation oncology better for patients and practitioners.
Get Started Today!
– Download: App Store / Google Play
– Web: radonccalc.radoncreview.org
– Let us know: What features would YOU love to see next in RadOncCalc?”
RadOncCalc: A Mobile-Friendly Tool to Enhance Radiation Oncology Practice
Authors: Matthew M. Culbert et al.
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