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Radiotherapy (RT) technology and techniques continue to become more advanced, making individualised RT more of a reality. Individualised RT uses patient specific factors to plan and deliver treatment. This includes consideration of clinical and biological characteristics, as well as biomarkers of response.

Along with these developments, the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) must approach patient care in a more personalised way, that considers patient needs. This is essential in ensuring that patients get the best care, which is suited to them.

The RTT is a key member of the MDT who plays many roles in developing, implementing and evaluating individualised RT strategies. Advanced practice RTT roles need to adapt alongside novel treatment strategies to deliver a safe and effective treatment, which aims to improve outcomes. This requires thinking beyond the service that’s already in place and being proactive in identifying how the advanced practice RTT stays at the forefront of delivering individualised care.