Allison Mc Carthy
About Allison Mc Carthy
Allison McCarthy is the Chief Dosimetrist at NYU Langone Health, with a career spanning various roles in dosimetry since 2004. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Science and completed a Medical Dosimetry Program at Stony Brook University.
Current Title at NYU Langone Health
Allison McCarthy holds the position of Chief Dosimetrist at NYU Langone Health. She has been serving in this role since 2016. As Chief Dosimetrist, she is responsible for overseeing the radiation dosimetry process, ensuring that doses are accurately calculated and administered to patients undergoing radiation therapy. Her role includes supervising a team of dosimetrists and collaborating with radiation oncologists, medical physicists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient treatment plans.
Previous Roles at NYU Langone Health
Before becoming Chief Dosimetrist, Allison worked as a Lead Dosimetrist at NYU Langone Health from 2014 to 2016. In this position, she was instrumental in guiding the dosimetry team and played a key role in the development and refinement of radiation treatment plans. From 2004 to 2014, she also served as a Medical Dosimetrist at the same institution, where she gained substantial experience in planning and calculating radiation doses for cancer treatments. Her long tenure at NYU Langone Health showcases her dedication and expertise in the field of medical dosimetry.
Educational Background
Allison McCarthy completed her medical dosimetry training at the Stony Brook University Health Sciences Center School of Health Technology & Management. She was enrolled in their Medical Dosimetry Program from 2003 to 2004. Prior to that, she earned her Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Health Science from Stony Brook University, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. Her academic background laid the foundation for her career in medical dosimetry, providing her with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in her field.