Medical Physics & Science: Lunch Bites
COMP is excited to be launching “Medical Physics & Science: Lunch Bites”, our new lunch and learn series designed to feed your curiosity while you feed your belly! Join us regularly for engaging virtual talks on cutting-edge topics like AI in medicine, re-irradiation, Canada’s new cancer data strategy and the existing plans COMP has in store.
It’s the perfect blend of learning and lunchtime, bringing COMP members closer to the latest in medical physics while enjoying a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Grab your lunch and let’s dive into some tasty knowledge!
Upcoming:
Radiation Oncology Human Resource Crisis: A review of the data
Join Dr. Samantha Lloyd from BC Cancer as she shares insights from the CAPCA Oncology Strategic Planning Initiative and presents key findings from the 2023 pan-Canadian Radiation Oncology Health Human Resources Survey. This session will also highlight the importance of participating in the Annual Professional Survey.
Event Details:
Date: April 17th, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM EDT
Platform: Zoom
Registration: Register here
The Groundbreaking Varian Ethos Therapy System: Learnings, discoveries, and future advancements
Join us in welcoming Dr. Amanda Cherpak from Nova Scotia Health as she delves into harnessing the power of the Varian Ethos Therapy System equipped with HyperSight imaging. With its CBCT-based adaptive therapy and advanced imaging capabilities, the Ethos machine and software has the potential to transform the way we approach radiation therapy. Tune in to hear about early commissioning, development of physics-led trials, clinical implementation and continued learnings.
Event Details:
Date: May 22nd, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM EDT
Platform: Zoom
Registration: Register here
Past:
COMP’s New Strategic Priorities
Kathleen Surry, COMP President, presents on the exciting activities COMP has planned to support the new Strategic Priorities!
Canadian AI and Big Data in Radiotherapy Alliance (CADRA) Lunch and Learn
CADRA founders Amanda Caissie, Brian Liszewski, Caitlin Gillian and Kathleen Surry as they share CADRA’s mission and vision, and explain how our work aligns with the Pan-Canadian Cancer Data Strategy.