Quality Nuclear Medicine Program
An objective for the ANZAPNM is continuously improving the standards of nuclear medicine training and practice in Australia.
The following programs contribute towards meeting this objective:
- • Nuclear Medicine Training Site Accreditation Program
- • Nuclear Medicine Practice Accreditation Program
- • Joint Nuclear Medicine Specialist Credentialling Program of the RACP and RANZCR
- • Quality Information Resources Program
> For answers to some common queries about the practice accreditation and credentialling programs, please go to Frequently Asked Questions on Accreditation.
New! Information for Doctors requesting Nuclear Medicine Services and their Patients
> For information to assist doctors in the selection of appropriate nuclear medicine tests, download:
Referrers Guide to Nuclear Medicine (PDF 304Kb)
Referring doctors are also encouraged to consult a nuclear medicine specialist to assist you in requesting the most appropriate test.
New! Information for Patients who have been referred for a Nuclear Medicine Procedure
> For information to help patients understand their nuclear medicine procedure and how to prepare, download
Patient's Guide to Nuclear Medicine (PDF 292Kb)
New! Information for patients who have been referred for Nuclear Medicine Therapy
Nuclear medicine is most commonly used to diagnose various diseases. However, it can also be used to treat some conditions like joint pain, or cancer pain in your bones or an overactive thyroid gland. This is called nuclear medicine therapy.
> The following leaflet will answer some of the questions you may have when your doctor suggests you have nuclear medicine therapy. The nuclear medicine service will give you more detailed information about the treatment you are to have.
Information about your Nuclear Medicine Therapy (PDF 413Kb)
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