International Organization for Medical Physics

IOMP Webinar: From Pixels to Patients: The Influence of Gaming and Smartphone Developments on Radiation Oncology
2024-01-24 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
24 January 2024 at 12 pm GMT; Duration 1 hour
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Organizer: Eva Bezak
Moderator: Eva Bezak
Title: From Pixels to Patients: The Influence of Gaming and Smartphone Developments on Radiation Oncology
Speaker: Dr Michael Douglass, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide, Australia

Dr. Michael Douglass is a principal medical physicist at the Royal Adelaide Hospital where he oversees treatment planning systems and planning support services. He also works part-time at the Australian Bragg Centre for Proton Therapy and Research where he contributes to proton therapy comparative planning and research. In addition, Dr. Douglass holds an academic role at the University of Adelaide, supervising Ph.D. and master’s student research. His expertise spans across a multitude of research areas, including proton therapy, Monte Carlo simulations, machine learning and 3D printing in radiation oncology, which is reflected in his 40+ peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Douglass’s notable contributions to the field have earned him multiple awards such as the 2021 Simpson Prize for Cancer Research and the 2021 ACPSEM Boyce Worthley Young Achiever Award.
Abstract:
In this presentation, we will explore how advancements in various industries, including the movie, video game, and smartphone industries, have contributed to the progress of radiation oncology. We will discuss how developments such as visual effects in the movie industry have paved the way for the creation of synthetic training data for machine learning models in radiation oncology. Additionally, we will examine how the smartphone industry has enabled new methods of 3D scanning patients for treatments like TBI, TSET, Brachytherapy, and 3D printed bolus, thanks to technologies like Gaussian platting, NERF, LiDAR, and iPhone capabilities. The integration of augmented reality in the video game industry has revolutionized the visualization of medical imaging data, providing volumetric views and assisting in breath hold coaching. We will also explore the impact of GPU technology on deep learning segmentation, auto planning, and accelerated dose calculations, as well as the potential of large language models like Llama 2 and GPT in education and automated patient record transcription. Through these examples, we will highlight the interconnectedness of these industries with radiation oncology and the ongoing advancements they bring to the field.
Learning Objectives:

Gain an understanding of the advancements in optical scanning technologies, including LiDAR, photogrammetry, and NERF, and their applications in radiation oncology.
Understand how consumer technologies, such as smartphones and gaming, have contributed to the progress of radiation oncology and medicine as a whole.
Learn about the benefits and potential applications of large language models, like Llama 2 and GPT, in radiation oncology, including education and automated patient record transcription.
Examine the integration of visual effects in the movie industry and its influence on the creation of synthetic training data for machine learning models in radiation oncology.
Understand the impact of augmented reality in the video game industry on the visualization of medical imaging data and its role in assisting in breath hold coaching.

IOMP Webinar: IOMP’s Focus: Early Career in Medical Physics and the most recent trends in diagnostic imaging and radiotherapy
2023-12-19 12:00 - 13:00
19 December 2023 at 12 pm GMT; Duration 1 hour
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Organizer: M Stoeva
Moderator: KH Ng
Speakers: Tan Hong Qi & Choirul Anam, IUPAP Early Career in Medical Physics awardees

Title: Impact of dispersive proton beam on reference dosimetry in a synchrotron spot scanning system

Dr Tan Hong Qi is currently a senior medical physicist in National Cancer Centre of Singapore (NCCS) and is also a clinical instructor in Duke-NUS medical School. He received his PhD from National University of Singapore and completed his residency in NCCS. He is active in both the radiotherapy research and education in Singapore for which he was recognized with institutional level awards and recent SEAFOMP young leader award. His current research interests are the application of AI in radiotherapy, adaptive radiotherapy, and proton therapy.
Abstract:
We have recently commissioned the largest proton therapy center in Singapore and have treated more than 30 patients over the last 4 months after the first clinical start date. This talk will share some of our commissioning experience with Hitachi ProBeat proton therapy which is a spot scanning synchrotron delivery system. In particular, we will report the observation of a large fluctuation in reference dosimetry measurement with a square field and an ion chamber measurement at the plateau region of a monoenergetic proton beam. An investigative journey reveal that the fluctuation originated from the dispersion in the proton beam. This accelerator physics term will be introduced, and we will show for the first time, the feasibility of measuring it in the clinic.

Title: Automated dose and image quality measurements from clinical CT images for CT optimization

Dr. Choirul Anam completed his Ph.D at Physics Department, Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB). He received Master degree from University of Indonesia (UI) and the B.Sc degree in physics from Diponegoro University (UNDIP). He is currently working as a Lecturer and Researcher in the UNDIP. His research interests are medical image processing and dosimetry for diagnostic radiology, particularly in CT. He has authored and co-authored over 200 papers. In the last ten years, he was the first author over 50 papers. One of his papers published in the Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics had been awarded as the Best Medical Imaging Physics Article in 2016. He received the Best Paper Award during 15th South East Asian Congress of Medical Physics (SEACOMP). He was also recognised as an Outstanding Reviewer for Physics in Medicine and Biology in 2018 and for Biomedical Physics and Engineering Express in 2019. He was also awarded as the SEAFOMP Young Leader Awards 2019 for his contribution in CT dosimetry and image quality from the South East Asian Federation of Organizations for Medical Physics (SEAFOMP). He is developer of two software, i.e. IndoseCT and IndoQCT (www.indosect.com).
Abstract:
Recent studies revealed that computed tomography (CT) scanning poses a potential cancer risk in patients. Although the risk is considered much smaller than the benefits of CT scanning to accurately diagnose patient abnormalities, the CT examination must be optimized. In radiation optimization, an image of sufficient quality to diagnose the patient must be achieved with the smallest possible dose. Up until now, image quality and radiation dose were usually evaluated using a standard phantom of standardized characteristic. The evaluation of image quality and radiation dose using the standard phantom is very good for assessing dependency on controllable variables, such as tube currents, tube voltage, pitch, reconstruction filter, and beam width. However, they are also influenced by uncontrollable variables, such as body size and body region. For optimization purposes, the controllable and uncontrollable variables must be considered simultaneously. This talk will discuss methods of automated image quality (noise and spatial resolution) and patient dose (i.e. size-specific dose estimate (SSDE)) directly from image of patient.

Hybrid Scientific Workshop on Adaptive Radiation Therapy
2023-12-14 - 2023-12-15 | Clínica Alemana Santiago (CAS), Santiago de Chile, Chile
Hybrid Scientific Workshop on Adaptive Radiation Therapy
Dec 14th, 2023 – Dec 15th, 2023
online via zoom OR Clínica Alemana Santiago (CAS) in Santiago de Chile

School of Hadron Radiotherapy
2023-12-11 08:00 - 17:00
Date: 8-12 Apr 2024

Venue: Giambiagi Lecture Hall (AGH), Adriatico Guest House, ICTP, Trieste, Italy

Course providing specialized education and training on development and implementation of hadron radiotherapy and accelerator technology. Designed for medical physicists in clinical roles with ambition to learn about newest technological developments in radiotherapy.
This course equips medical physicists with advanced skills in hadron radiotherapy and accelerator technology. Focusing on both practical and theoretical aspects, it covers several important topics. These include the physics of particle accelerators, offering a comprehensive understanding of the advanced technologies driving this field, radiobiology for particle therapy, providing insights into the biological effects of ionizing radiation— crucial for effective and safe treatments. Participants will learn about dosimetry, dose calculation algorithms, radiation protection in ion radiotherapy facilities and engage in hands-on treatment planning exercises using RayStation TPS. This course is a gateway to mastering the latest technological advancements in radiotherapy, equipping medical physicists with the knowledge and skills to excel in the evolving landscape of cancer treatment.
Topics

Physics of Particle Accelerators
Radiobiology for Particle Therapy
Dosimetry and Dose Computation of Particle Beams
Radiation Protection for Ion Radiotherapy Facilities
Hands-on Exercises: Treatment Planning with RayStation TPS

Call for Contributed Abstracts: All applicants are encouraged to submit an abstract for a poster/oral presentation. Abstract templates are available below for download.
Grants: A limited number of grants are available to support the attendance of selected participants, with priority given to participants from developing countries. There is no registration fee.

ICMP 2023
2023-12-06 - 2023-12-09 | DAE Convention Centre, Mumbai, DAE Convention Centre, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai, India
25th International Conference on Medical Physics (ICMP) is the triennial conference of the International Organization for Medical Physics (IOMP). This year ICMP is jointly organized by the Association of Medical Physicists of India (AMPI), IOMP, Asia-Oceania Federation of Organizations for Medical Physics (AFOMP), and South-East Asia Federation of Organizations for Medical Physics (SEAFOMP). The 44th Annual Conference of AMPI (AMPICON-2023), 23rd Asia Oceania Congress on Medical Physics (AOCMP-2023) and International South-East Asian Congress on Medical Physics 2023 (ISEACOMP 2023) will also be held along with ICMP-2023.

5th Targeted Radiopharmaceuticals Summit EU 2023
2023-12-05 - 2023-12-07 | Berlin, Germany
5th Targeted Radiopharmaceuticals Summit EU 2023
Dec 5th, 2023 – Dec 7th, 2023
Berlin, Germany

Symposium on Adaptive Radiotherapy
2023-12-05 | German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany
Symposium on Adaptive Radiotherapy
Date: Dec 5th, 2023
Venue: German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg /Germany

Breathing Control for Motion Management in Radiotherapy and Imaging
2023-11-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Amsterdam University Medical Centre, Netherlands
Breathing control for motion management in radiotherapy and imaging
Mar 15th, 2024 – Mar 16th, 2024
Amsterdam, The Netherlands

IDMP 2023
2023-11-07
IDMP 2023 Message by the IDMP Coordinator

Dear Medical Physicists across the Globe,

The theme for the International Day of Medical Physics in IDMP 2023 is, “60th Anniversary: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants“. This reflects the celebration of a significant milestone in the field of medical physics. To understand this theme more deeply, let’s break it down:
60th Anniversary: This part of the theme marks a remarkable milestone. It signifies that the Medical Physics has been extensively developed over the past 60 years. IDMP is observed globally to raise awareness about the importance of medical physics in healthcare, and its role in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Over these six decades, the field has seen remarkable progress and contributions to medical science.
Standing on the Shoulders of Giants: This emphasis that the advancements and achievements in the Medical Physics field are built upon the knowledge and work of those who came before. It acknowledges the foundational contributions of the pioneers and experts who have made significant contributions to the field. These individuals are the “giants” on whose “shoulders” the current generation of medical physicists stands.
By adopting this theme, the IDMP 2023 recognizes the rich history and evolution of medical physics, honoring the legacy of those who have paved the way for modern developments. It also underscores the importance of continued progress, research, and innovation in the field to improve healthcare outcomes and enhance patient care.
This theme serves as an opportunity to reflect on the journey of medical physics, express gratitude to those who have made significant contributions, and inspire the current generation to carry the torch forward. It highlights the collaborative nature of scientific and medical advancements and encourages the global medical physics community to embrace their role in shaping the future of healthcare.
I wish all my colleagues around the World a Happy Medical Physics Day. Enjoy the celebrations of this day and make sure as a Medical Physicist to keep on going!
Ibrahim Duhaini, PhD, FIOMP, DIMPCB

IDMP Coordinator

For more info on IDMP 2023, please visit: https://iomp.org/idmp-2023/

ISMRM & ISMRT Annual Meeting & Exhibition
2023-06-03 08:00 - 2023-06-08 17:00 | Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC), Toronto, Canada
ISMRM & ISMRT Annual Meeting & Exhibition
When: Jun 3 – 8, 2023
Where: Toronto, ON, Canada

IMPW 2023 (24-28 April 2023)
2023-04-24 - 2023-04-28
Dear colleagues,
We celebrate the International Medical Physics Week (IMPW) in April 2023, from Monday 24 to Friday 28. IMPW is a great opportunity for medical physics scientific and professional societies to organize events to make

healthcare professionals and the public understand the clinical role of medical physicists and the reasons why we are essential to hospitals.
undergraduate physics students recognize the medical physics career path.
healthcare authorities and hospital boards understand what can go wrong without a medical physicist. Do they know, for example, that without clinically qualified medical physicists, certain medical procedures can lead to serious incidents and accidents?

As in previous years, IOMP organizes a series of webinars during the Week. In a world in which information instantly crosses borders, learning new methods, policies, and activities is critical for the success of our profession. All webinars will be freely available so anyone can register and benefit from the expertise of invited speakers. The recorded webinars are going to be uploaded on IOMP’s website for those who are not able to watch them live.
IOMP regional organizations (ROs) and national member organizations (NMOs) are encouraged to organize activities that will result in the promotion of the subject of medical physics globally. Based on the success of IMPW, it may be expected that the number of activities associated with this event each year will increase, contributing to greater international understanding of the role of medical physics and medical physicists in healthcare.
It is my privilege to celebrate the IMPW 2023 with you.
Happy IMPW!
John Damilakis,
President, IOMP

Dear Colleagues,
It is with excitement to be celebrating another International Medical Physics Week in 2023 – the year when IOMP will celebrate its 60th Anniversary. The 60 years of IOMP have been characterized by the growth of medical physics profession internationally not only in numbers, but also in gaining recognition as a profession that significantly contributes to advancement of medical sciences and the associated technologies.
We hope that our webinar offerings will nicely complement your other local and/or national celebration of medical physics profession, allowing you to meet and greet your international colleagues online and to learn more about interesting topics and the latest advancements in our fields.
We encourage you to participate in all topics presented, including those that may not be your primary area of expertise, to broaden your knowledge of current medical physics research, technical developments, clinical activities and even professional issues related to education and certification of medical physicists internationally.
Our webinars allow you to connect and be part of this large collegial community – even if the medical physics numbers in your country may be on the smaller side. You can reach out and discuss your questions with the experts in the field and also earn CPD/CME points for each webinar attended in full.
We are aiming to offer a webinar program of excellent educational and inspirational value
Looking forward to seeing you online in April.
Happy IMPW
Eva Bezak
Vice President, IOMP
