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Dr. Kurtis Dekker is an Assistant Professor in the School of Medicine at Queen's University, with a specialized focus in Medical Physics pertaining to Radiation Oncology. He has a pivotal role as a Medical Physicist, where he contributes significantly to the clinical applications of radiation therapy. His areas of clinical interest encompass external beam radiation therapy and high dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy, alongside the development and implementation of innovative radiation therapy techniques. Dr. Dekker is actively involved in education, mentoring medical physics residents at undergraduate and graduate levels, ensuring they are well-versed in contemporary practices in radiation oncology. His research interests are diverse, with a focus on software tools for treatment planning and data analysis, exploring the effects of geometric uncertainty in brachytherapy, and leveraging 3D printing in radiation therapy. Additionally, he conducts research in radiochromic film and gel dosimetry, enhancing optical imaging systems for clinical applications.
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