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A Bibliometric Analysis on Medical Physics Research Trends in India

Authors: Sreejesh MS, Subramani Vellaiyan

Affiliation: Kuwait Cancer Control Center, All India Institute of Medical Sciences

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Bibliometric analysis is a powerful statistical tool for evaluating scientific literature and identifying research trends through the quantitative assessment of scholarly output. This study a...

A Feasible, Extendable, and Low-Cost Web-Based Application to Minimize the Second-Check Workload

Authors: William N. Duggar, Li Yuan

Affiliation: University of Mississippi Medical Center

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Radiation Oncology departments typically utilize various systems from different vendors. Ensuring the integrity and correctness of data during transfers between these systems is essential ...

A Retrospective Analysis of Usnrc Event Notification Reports

Authors: Yanique N. Dunn, Marissa Joyce Vaccarelli

Affiliation: Northwell, Hofstra University Medical Physics Program

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (USNRC) Event Notification Reports provide detailed information on nuclear-related events, including medical and non-medical incidents. This study evalu...

Automating Protocol-Specific Chart Checking in Radiotherapy

Authors: Jiajin Fan, Ulrich Langner, Qiongge Li, Jian Liu, Wei Nie, Edwin Quashie

Affiliation: Brown University Health, Hofstra University Medical Physics Program, Inova Hospital, Inova Schar Cancer Institute, Indiana University School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology

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Chart checking in radiotherapy ensures treatment plans meet clinical and safety standards. For patients in clinical trials, protocol-specific requirements add complexity, making manual rev...

Demystifying Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Targeted Educational Initiatives for Medical Physicists in Türkiye and Preclinical Medical Students in the United States

Authors: Samuel A. Einstein, Jesutofunmi Fajemisin, Evren O. Göksel, Görkem O. Güngör, Marthony Robins, Travis C. Salzillo, Charles R. Thomas, Turgay Toksay, Joseph Weygand, Yue Yan

Affiliation: Acibadem MAA University, Department of Radiation Oncology and Applied Science, Dartmouth Health, Dartmouth College, Moffitt Cancer Center, Department of Radiation Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Penn State College of Medicine, Bursa Ali Osman Sönmez Oncology Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an indispensable clinical tool, offering unparalleled soft tissue contrast critical for diagnosing and managing a wide range of conditions. However, its co...

Designing Impactful Radiotherapy Training for Skill Development and Long-Term Growth

Authors: Stephanie Bennett, Sean L. Berry, Caroline M. Colbert, Dustin J. Jacqmin, James A. Kavanaugh, Minsun Kim, Maura L. Kirk, Emily Kruse, Benjamin Li, Mu-Han Lin, Lindsey A. Olsen, Jose Carlos Pichardo, Justin R. Roper, Leah K. Schubert, Chunhao Wang, Sua Yoo

Affiliation: University of Wisconsin, Department of Medical Physics, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Department of Radiation & Cellular Oncology, University of Chicago, Abington - Jefferson Health, Mayo Clinic, University of Washington, University of Colorado Health, University of Colorado Denver, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Washington and Fred Hutch Cancer Center, Duke University, Pichardo Physics LLC, Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Radiation Oncology and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: As clinics in lower- and middle-income countries (LMICs) transition to advanced radiotherapy techniques like IMRT and VMAT, gaps in training can result in suboptimal planning. To help support...

Ensuring Consistency in Digital Pathology: Medical Physics Approaches to Comparison of Scanner Contrast and Chromaticity

Authors: Diana Cardona, Casey C. Heirman, William Jeck, Kyle J. Lafata, Xiang Li, Lauren M. Neldner, Jeffrey S. Nelson, Megan K. Russ, Ehsan Samei

Affiliation: Duke University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Duke University, Department of Pathology, Duke University, Clinical Imaging Physics Group, Department of Radiology, Duke University Health System

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Medical physicists have traditionally supported radiation-based medicine, but their expertise can translate to other image-based fields including pathology. As pathology transitions to digita...

Evolution of the Physicist’s Role in Mammography Display Testing

Authors: Steven M. LaFontaine

Affiliation: Therapy Physics

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Identifying Sustainability Initiatives for Medical Physicists in Clinical Radiology Practice

Authors: Christina Brunnquell, Diana Elizabeth Carver, Jaydev K. Dave, Hadley Anna DeBrosse, Hannah Grover, Andrew M. Hernandez, Youngkyoo Jung, Megan E. Lipford, Kevin J. Little

Affiliation: Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Oregon Health & Science University, University of California, Mayo Clinic, The Ohio State University, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, University of Minnesota

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Medical imaging physicists play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety, overseeing quality control (QC) of imaging systems, and enhancing diagnostic accuracy. Medical imaging physicists ha...

Implementing a Physics Effort Unit Model to Quantify and Optimize Therapeutic Medical Physicist Productivity

Authors: Michael J. Price, Adam C. Riegel

Affiliation: Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: We present a robust and scalable model to quantify the diverse responsibilities of therapeutic medical physicists (tMPs) and assess individual and team productivity comprehensively.
Method...

Multidisciplinary Collaboration in Medical Physics-a Need for Namibia's Healthcare System.

Authors: Kaino Haipinge, Festus Laban, Wilfred Midzi, Boas J Nikanor, Monika Sakaria, Vera Uushona

Affiliation: Ministry of Health and Social Services, MATCON BASED SOLUTION, Ministry of Health And Social Services, School of Medicine, University of Namibia

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Medical Physics in namibia is emerging as a multidisciplinary career, with efforts to raise awareness about the role of medical physics in radiation safety, treatment and protection. The prof...

Prompt Preset for Imaging Physics Education and Board Style Question Generation: Development and Validation

Authors: Rose Al Helo, Shengwen Deng, Sven L. Gallo, David W. Jordan

Affiliation: Department of Radiology, Radiation Safety, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Department of Radiology, Radiation Safety, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center; School of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University; Department of Radiology, Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: From an educator perspective, preparing test questions for trainees is time-consuming and requires a lot of quality verification steps (review of stems, distractors, referencing) that can pot...

Role of Medical Physicists in CT Contrast Optimization: A Case Study

Authors: Zahra Alyani Nezhad, Carrie Bartels, Rachel Bladorn, Sean D. Rose, Kelsey Schluter, Timothy P. Szczykutowicz

Affiliation: Departments of Radiology and Medical Physics, University Wisconsin-Madison, University of Wisconsin Madison, University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Texas at Houston Medical School, University of Wisonsin-Madison

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study presents a scientifically quantified case study that underscores the importance of the medical physicist’s contribution to contrast enhancement optimization.
Methods: CT pulmona...

Role of Medical Physicists in Radiopharmaceutical Regulations: An International Perspective

Authors: Caridad Borras

Affiliation: Radiological Physics and Health Services

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The production, use, and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals must comply with regulations for drugs (medicines) and radiation. The relevant roles and requirements for medical physicists to be in...

Teach What You See: Incorporating Theranostics Curriculum into Medical Physics Resident Education

Authors: Isaac J. Bailey, Lindsay S. DeWeese, Anna M. Mench, Celeste Winters

Affiliation: Oregon Health & Science University, Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Oregon Health & Science University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The emergence and recent FDA approval of several new radiopharmaceutical therapies have increased demand for physicists to provide specialized support. However, these topics are not yet inclu...

The Gatekeeping of Medical Physics Leading to the Underrepresentation of Black and Hispanic Women in the Field

Authors: Emily Hansen, Tyler Kaulfers, Alois M. Ndlovu, Niara Rowe, Roland Teboh

Affiliation: Montefiore Einstein University Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: A topic often discussed is the disparity of women in medical physics, overlooking the absence of Black and Hispanic women in the field. The intersectionality within marginalized communities i...

The Physicist Role: Addressing Common Challenges in Breast Imaging and Biopsy

Authors: Crystal A. Green

Affiliation: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

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Two's Company, Three's a Crowd? a Bayesian Approach to Optimizing the Number of Measurement Readings in Radiation Therapy QA

Authors: Siyong Kim, Ava Paek, Joseph B. Schulz, James J. Sohn, Eric D. Stolen, Ethan D. Stolen

Affiliation: Department of Radiation & Cellular Oncology, University of Chicago, University of Central Florida, Virginia Commonwealth University, Department of Radiation and Cellular Oncology, University of Chicago, Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University School of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The American Association of Physicists in Medicine Task Group 142 (AAPM TG-142) guidelines recommend three measurements during monthly quality assurance to keep results within two standard de...