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Implementing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Medical Physics Education: The Role of AI-Powered Chatbots

Authors: James Chun Lam Chow, Kay Li

Affiliation: University of Toronto, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims to integrate Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) principles into AI-driven educational tools for medical physics. The goal is to create a chatbot framework that fosters acc...

Novel Design for a Mechanically Tunable Ceramic Volume Resonator for 9.4T Pre-Clinical MRI

Authors: Victor B. Kassey, Maciej M. Kmiec, Periannan Kuppusamy, Ryan C. O'Connell, Sergey V. Petryakov, Conner Ubert

Affiliation: Dartmouth College

Abstract Preview: Purpose: High-resolution magnetic field uniformity is essential for quantitative and pre-clinical MRI research. Imaging uniformity is affected by the B0 field, which can be corrected using manual or a...

Optimizing Motion Management QA: Clinical Integration of Aapm TG-306 for the Radixact Synchrony System

Authors: Hulya Ozdemir Buss, Jeffrey Geiger, Kim Howard, Julius G. Ojwang, Neelu Soni

Affiliation: Mercy Hospital Springfield

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The Radixact Synchrony system integrates real-time motion tracking and compensates to improve treatment accuracy for moving targets. This study presents a streamlined and efficient quality as...

Quality Assurance for Prior Radiotherapy Using a Large Language Model

Authors: Douglas John Moseley, David M. Routman, Satomi Shiraishi, Donald C Smith, Mark R. Waddle

Affiliation: University of Denver, Mayo Clinic

Abstract Preview: Purpose: About 6% of patients treated for the first time in our department have received radiotherapy previously at an outside institution. We aim to provide an automatic quality assurance of identify...

Redesigning the CT Protocol Intranet: Solutions for Improved Access and User Engagement

Authors: Emi Ai Eastman, Vu Nguyen, Alexander W. Scott, Lucien Zang, Yifang (Jimmy) Zhou

Affiliation: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Three key features were developed to substantially improve a previously in-house developed CT protocol website: a structured backend for efficient protocol creation and edit; the ability t...

Sensitivity of CT Ventilation Imaging to Image Acquisition and Reconstruction Parameters: A Phantom Study

Authors: Hilary Louisa Byrne, Paul J. Keall, John Kipritidis, Jeremy Lim

Affiliation: Northern Sydney Cancer Centre, University of Sydney, Image X Institute, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Non-contrast CT ventilation imaging (CTVI) has been developed as a cost-effective and accessible alternative to PET/SPECT V/Q imaging for visualizing lung function. However, the sensitivit...

Towards More Accessible, More Effective Particle Therapy With Upright Patient Positioning

Authors: Lennart Volz

Affiliation: GSI Helmholtz Center for Heavy Ion Research GmbH

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Towards Real-Time Marker-Less Prostate Tracking on Standard Radiation Therapy Systems

Authors: Freeman Jin, Paul J. Keall, Alistair MacDonald, Adam Mylonas, Chandrima Sengupta

Affiliation: Image X Institute, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Image X Institute, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Image X Institute, School of Health Sciences, University of Sydney

Abstract Preview: Purpose: During radiation therapy, tumours in the prostate may move from the planned treatment position, leading to significant dose deviations above clinical tolerances Surveys have indicated the nee...

Two Years in - Lessons Learned from Managing a Global Medical Physics Webinar Series

Authors: Ghada Aldosary, Abdullah A. Alshreef, Amineh Khatib Hamad, Eenas A. Omari

Affiliation: Loma Linda University Medical Center, Jerusalem, KASCH- Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Department of Radiation Oncology, Medical College of Wisconsin

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Webinars are an effective tool for disseminating knowledge and expertise to a global audience. A medical physics webinar series was established in 2022 to provide accessible continued educ...