Appropriate advanced training in radiation protection is needed to carry out X-ray examinations in the medium and high dose range.
Once achieved, advanced training leads to a certificate of competence in radiation protection in orthopaedic surgery and musculoskeletal traumatology. Advanced training to become a specialist of orthopaedic surgery and musculoskeletal traumatology usually includes theoretical and practical training. The certificate of competence is issued by Swiss Orthopaedics and ensures, among other things, the choice of the best possible therapeutic or diagnostic procedure and optimised dose minimisation for patients and staff, in addition to ensuring that compliance with radiation protection limits and that the patient is informed of the benefits and risks.