Dr. Sara Abdollahi

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sara Abdollahi is currently in training as a Medical Physicist in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University Hospital Zurich. Her research focuses on various crucial areas in the field of radiation therapy, including Quality Assurance, Stereotactic Radiotherapy, Small Field Dosimetry, Surface Guided Radiotherapy, and Adaptive Radiotherapy. She has an extensive background in medical physics, having earned a Ph.D. in Physics from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran, and previously held significant positions including Chief Quality Officer and Principal Medical Physicist at the Reza Radiotherapy Oncology Center in Mashhad. Her educational journey includes a Master’s degree in Medical Physics and a Bachelor’s degree in Physics. In addition to her academic qualifications, Sara is a PEEC Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and an ICF Accredited Life/Existential Coach, demonstrating her commitment to continuous improvement and quality management in medical physics. She is actively involved in professional organizations such as the Swiss Society for Radiobiology and Medical Physics (SSRMP) and the European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO). Her work aims to enhance the safety and effectiveness of radiotherapy, contributing to advancements in cancer treatment.

Research Interests

Experience

Medical Physicist Training

2024-01-01 — Present

University Hospital Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Currently undergoing training in the Department of Radiation Oncology.

Chief Quality Officer, Principal Medical Physicist

2015-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Reza Radiotherapy Oncology Center • Mashhad, Iran

Led quality management initiatives and supervised medical physics operations.

Head of Medical Physics Department

2012-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Reza Radiotherapy Oncology Center • Mashhad, Iran

Oversaw the medical physics department and its operational responsibilities.

Medical Physicist Training

2010-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Imam Reza Hospital • Mashhad, Iran

Received training in the radiotherapy department.

Requirements for University of Zurich

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent from a recognized university Minimum 180 ECTS credits
Application Checklist
  • Matriculation certificate
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of passport
  • Motivation letter
Specialization Notes

Department of Law