
Paula Tallon
Radiation Therapist
Paula Tallon
Current position: Senior Radiation Therapist
Years qualified: 17 years
What are your areas of interest in research? Breast cancer, planning, delineation
Would you describe yourself as a ‘novice’ or ‘experienced’ researcher? Novice
Why did you decide to get involved in research?: Involvement in establishing Clinical trials in my department
Who encouraged you to get involved in research and who do you go to for advice when you need it? Colleagues, manager Radonc Team
What sort of activities/studies have you been involved in? (e.g. data collection, planning, supportive care/clinical research) Data collection, planning, follow up
What do you enjoy most about being involved in this/these research activities? Improvements for treating patients
What has been your biggest challenge or barrier to being involved in research? Resources
What one piece of advice would you give other researchers who have never been involved in research before? Accuracy is vital