Medical Physics
Medical Physics is a field that uses the concepts of physics in medicine. It helps to show the relation between physics and the
diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Applications of Medical Physics include: Radiation Therapy, Diagnostic Imaging (X-ray, CT Scan, MRI, Ultrasound and Nuclear Medicine) and Health Physics.
The main areas covered by medical physicists are:
Clinical service
Research and development
Teaching
Typical work activities include: To
Commission new imaging equipment.
Perform equipment quality control tests on all medical imaging modalities.
Monitor the modality performance over time.
Supervise the technologist’s quality control tests.
Consult on buying new modalities.
Provide technical and training services on all aspects of radiation and laser safety.
Implement the policies and procedures established by the Radiation Safety Plan.
Ensure all radiation activities are performed in compliance with applicable regulatory standards and NGHA policies and procedures.
Undertake dose assessment of patients.
Optimize radiation protection standards and requirements.
Perform periodic audits to determine if established programs are being maintained and are adequate for present needs.
Collaborate with international regulatory agencies on matters pertaining to radiation protection standards, guidelines and projects.