Understanding High-Dose Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy – Insights from Nicole Bunda-Randall
High-Dose Rate (HDR) brachytherapy is a specialized cancer treatment that delivers targeted radiation directly to tumors. To help us understand the complexities of this treatment, we spoke with Nicole Bunda-Randall, a therapeutic medical physicist with CAMP who regularly provides medical physics support to Parkview Cancer Center. With…
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Day in the Life of a Therapeutic Medical Physicist: Nicole Bunda-Randall
Ever wonder what it’s like to work behind the scenes in radiation oncology, ensuring life-saving treatments are delivered with precision? Therapeutic medical physicists play a crucial role in cancer care, combining science, technology, and teamwork to ensure patient safety and treatment accuracy. We sat down with Nicole Bunda-Randall,…
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Shielding in Medical Imaging and Treatment: Comprehensive Strategies and Future Trends in Medical Physics
Introduction: Why Shielding Is Essential in Medical Imaging and Treatment In the world of medical physics, shielding isn’t just important—it’s essential. The goal of shielding is to keep patients, healthcare workers, and visitors safe from ionizing radiation while maintaining efficient imaging and treatment operations that are essential to patient…
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Purdue 38 by 38 Award Winner: Kiernan McCullough
Blog post courtesy of: Purdue University “My time at Purdue was highly influential in my current success. At Purdue, I was exposed to some of the most brilliant and creative minds I have ever encountered. The many unique approaches to problem solving taught me valuable lessons that…
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Pioneering Veterinary Radiation Therapy
Introduction: Veterinary radiation therapy is a growing field that addresses the unique medical needs of pets. In this discussion, Dr. Lyndsay Kubicek and Imran Shah shed light on how radiation therapy for animals is evolving, with a focus on patient care, safety, and precision. They emphasize the importance of…
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She’s Helping Her ‘Small Community’ by Volunteering
Blog post courtesy of: American Board of Radiology It’s a challenge to find subject matter experts from smaller fields who can volunteer as ABR question writers, Angoff committee members, or oral examiners. Nuclear medical physicist Jen Stickel, PhD, is an exception. She has filled all three roles for her specialty…
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A Career of Adaptability, Mentorship, and Dedication in Medical Physics: Stephanie Franz
Introduction Stephanie, a Diagnostic Medical Physicist and Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), is nearing the end of a long and distinguished career in medical physics. From a start in the defense industry to overseeing safety programs at multiple hospitals, her journey has been marked by adaptability, mentorship, and a…
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Veterinary Health Physics with Cheri Douglas
Introduction In the world of veterinary radiation oncology, ensuring safety and compliance is just as critical as the treatments themselves. This is where health physicists like Cheri Douglas play a vital role. In this interview, Cheri shares her unique perspective on working with the veterinary team to manage…
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MedPhys Career Spotlight: Imran Shah
Introduction: Meet Imran Shah, a dedicated medical physicist with a unique career journey that spans both human and veterinary radiation therapy. From his roots in Bangladesh to his influential role at CAMP, Imran’s work has been shaped by a desire to combine his love for physics with helping…
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Writing with Cancer: A Therapeutic Outlet for Patients
Register here for Writing with Cancer Writing is something that’s very important to me. I do a lot of it—I’m currently working on a book and I write many stories. Writing has always been a source of comfort, especially during times of stress. When life gets…
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