Fluoro Radiation Safety Training

This site has been created to comply with Massachusetts DPH regulations, The Joint Commission requirements, and Boston Medical Center policy that requires all licensed physicians and physician assistants who operate fluoroscopic x-ray equipment to complete documented fluoroscopy radiation safety training on an annual basis.

This program provides educational information on fluoroscopy radiation risks and methods to reduce these risks to both patients and staff. The initial training component consists of an On-Line Fluoro Tutorial  followed by an on-line Quiz and a one hour Hands-on Lab. After successful completion of initial training, the annual training requirement for subsequent years consists of completing the On-Line Fluoro Tutorial and Quiz only. 

Target Audience

All licensed physicians, including fellows, residents, and physician assistants who use or anticipate using fluoroscopic equipment at BMC. This includes, but is not limited to, anesthesiologists, cardiologists, gastroenterologists, interventionalists, orthopedists, pain management physicians, pulmonologists, radiologists, surgeons, and urologists.

All material published on this website is for informational and educational purposes only. This website is not a source of medical advice for patients. Patients in need of medical advice or diagnosis should speak with a licensed physician. This website is intended for use by licensed physicians, including fellows and residents, who use or anticipate using fluoroscopic equipment at Boston Medical Center. Individuals from other medical facilities and schools are permitted to use this information for their own educational and informational purposes, but do so at their own risk. Readers are encouraged to confirm the information contained herein with other sources. Although every effort is made to ensure that this material is accurate and timely, we make no warranties or representations as to the accuracy or completeness of the contents, whether the contents are current, or free from changes caused by third parties. Access is provided solely for the convenience of the user and does not confer any rights. Boston Medical Center and Boston University shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, or other damages arising from any use of this website.