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Comparison of Image Quality and Radiation Dose Among Four Vendors of Mobile Digital Radiography Systems

Authors: Nathalie Correa, Janet Ching-Mei Feng, Chun-Han Huang, Jimmy Huynh

Affiliation: UTHealth McGovern Medical School

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To compare the image quality and the dose-area product (DAP) of four mobile digital radiography (DR) systems—Canon (Soltus 500), Shimadzu (MobileDaRt Evolution MX8), Solution for Tomorrow (M1...

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...

Evaluating the Radiological Safety of 64Cu-Macrin in PET/MRI Studies through Radiopharmaceutical Dosimetry

Authors: Alejandro Bertolet, Mislav Bobić, Carlos Huesa-Berral, Aileen O'Shea, Ralph Weissleder

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To develop a pipeline for estimating the absorbed dose to various organs from positron emission tomography (PET) combined with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). We use this pipeline to evalua...

Fully Automatic Pipelines for Anatomical ROI Detection and Exposure Index Calculation in X-Ray Imaging : Foundation Model-Based Frameworks for Dose Standardization

Authors: Yoonha Eo

Affiliation: Yonsei University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To develop a fully automatic and unsupervised algorithm for estimating the Exposure Index (EI) of various Regions of Interest in X-ray imaging using advanced foundation models. Traditional EI...

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...

Medical Physics Nextgen: Inspiring Undergraduate Students to Pursue Medical Physics in the Eastern Mediterranean Region By Focusing on Local Needs

Authors: Wamied T. Abdel-Rahman, Iqbal AlAmri, Lma Alahmare, Ghada Aldosary, Marwa Alghamdi, Lujain Aljadou, Yarah Alkhulaif, Abdullah A. Alshreef, Ohoud Alsubaie, Hoton Alsufyani

Affiliation: Loma Linda University Medical Center, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, King Fahad Specialist Hospital, KAMC- Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, SQCCCRC, KASCH- Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The shortage of qualified medical physicists in many developing countries is due to multiple factors such as lack of awareness or access to graduate and residency training programs. An outrea...

Read with the Radiologist - Pediatric Body Imaging: Diagnostic Accuracy and Safety

Authors: Ali Pourvaziri

Affiliation: Massachusetts General Hospital

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Streamlining Direct-to-Unit Clinical Set-Ups for Radiation Therapy

Authors: Lori Buchholtz, Alison Garda, Chris L. Hallemeier, Kathryn L. Kolsky, Han Liu, Joseph John Lucido, Marisa Schinter, Andrew J. Veres, Sara Walerak

Affiliation: Mayo Clinic

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The C_START initiative aims to streamline and simplify the Direct-to-Unit (DtU) clinical setup and treatment planning process for photon radiation therapy, particularly for emergent cases suc...

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...

Transforming CT Technologist Training: Real-Time Feedback, Gamification, and Phantom-Based Education for Accurate Patient Positioning

Authors: Rebecca Lamoureux, Zahra (Zara) Razi, Zachary Whipps

Affiliation: University of New Mexico Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Patient mispositioning in CT imaging contributes to inconsistent radiation dose delivery and suboptimal image quality, impacting patient safety and diagnostic outcomes. This study evaluates a...