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A round burgundy crest emblem mirroring the first, with plain gold ring detailing and a formal quiet mood

Annual Scientific Meeting of the Canadian Organization of Medical Physicists — July 9–12, 2014, The Banff Centre, Banff, Alberta, Canada


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How to Submit Questions for the Q&A Sessions
A well-prepared question can turn a technical presentation into a useful exchange for the whole room. At the 2014 Annual Scientific Meeting of the Canadian…
Smarter Motion Management For Lung Radiotherapy
Lung tumours move as patients breathe, and that movement can challenge every stage of radiation treatment. Advances in motion management for lung radiotherapy…
The Banff Public Library: A Quiet Workspace for Delegates
A scientific meeting in Banff brings together dense schedules, technical presentations and conversations that continue well after the final session. For…
Making sense of kilovoltage cone-beam CT research
Abstracts on Kilovoltage Cone-Beam CT Imaging offer a concise way to follow how image-guided radiotherapy was developing around the time of the 2014 Annual…
Medical Physics And Cybersecurity: Protecting Patient Data
Medical physics sits at the intersection of clinical care, advanced technology and highly sensitive information. Treatment planning systems, imaging platforms,…
Making the Most of the COMP 2014 Exhibitor Hall
The exhibitor hall at the 2014 Annual Scientific Meeting of the Canadian Organization of Medical Physicists (COMP) offered delegates a practical complement to…
Maintaining CCPM Certification Through Continuing Education
Professional certification in medical physics carries an obligation to keep knowledge current, document professional development, and remain engaged with…
The Physics of High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound
High-intensity focused ultrasound, often abbreviated HIFU or FUS, uses acoustic energy to affect tissue at a precisely selected internal target. Unlike…
Banff Mountain Biking Trails for Active Attendees
Banff offers an unusually memorable setting for a professional meeting. Between scientific sessions, delegates can trade conference rooms for forest paths,…
Plan Your COMP 2014 Schedule With The Meeting App
The 2014 Annual Scientific Meeting of the Canadian Organization of Medical Physicists brought together a dense program of scientific presentations, workshops,…