The brief history of radiation oncology in Hong Kong
Cheung KY,Choi DKY,Lee AWM,Tung Y,Law CK
Hong Kong Sanatorium Hospital (Cheung KY);Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital (Choi DKY);University of Hong Kong and the University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital (Lee AWM);Hong Kong Tuen Mun Hospital (Tung Y);Hong Kong Adventist Hospital (Law CK)
Abstract：This article gives a brief review on the historical development and current status of radiation oncology in Hong Kong from the perspectives of equipment technology, manpower and treatment modality. The aims are to enhance understanding between Mainland China and Hong Kong, to show the messages learnt during our development, and to express our tribute to our predecessors for their contribution in the development of our specialty.
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