RAD-AID CerviCusco collaboration
In 2016, Dr. John Scheel, Dr. Erica Pollack and Dr. Scott Widemon conducted the Radiology-Readiness Assessment at CerviCusco to evaluate how radiology can best support and advance cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment in Peru.
Under the leadership of Dr. John Scheel, RAD-AID Peru launched a novel program linking women’s health resources in rural regions of Cusco near the Andes Mountains with tertiary care services in Lima through partnerships with CerviCusco and Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Neoplasicas (INEN).
RAD-AID Radiation Oncology volunteers, INEN Hospital, 2024
RAD-AID continues to provide educational training and imaging resources, such as mammography and ultrasound, with community-based outreach for strengthening referral networks across Peru between primary and specialty care. As a fundamental component of delivering comprehensive women’s health care, RAD-AID Peru includes nursing education as part of the continuum of care.
In early 2024, RAD-AID sent a group of radiation oncology volunteers to teach hands-on radiation safety and give educational lectures to partners.
In July 2024, RAD-AID sent volunteers to Peru to provide hands-on ultrasound training and didactic lectures for our partners at CerviCusco. The volunteers also participated in a Health Fair in Limatambo, performing ultrasound scans.
Also in 2024, RAD-AID sent a team of radiation oncology experts to a joint educational event hosted by INEN and C/CAN (City Cancer challenge). The volunteer educators provided lectures and educational sessions, while working on readiness assessments and goals.
RAD-AID Volunteers, Limatambo Health Fair, 2024
Stay tuned for more updates on RAD-AID Peru!
