Medical Who are the most well-known Medical Physicists in the field?

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The discussion highlights prominent figures in the field of Medical Physics, with Faiz Khan recognized as a leading expert known for his influential textbooks, comparable to notable authors in other physics disciplines. The AAPM Coolidge Award winners are cited as a key resource for identifying esteemed professionals in the field, including John R. Cunningham, William R. Hendee, F. H. Attix, Ervin B. Podgorsak, and Dave W.O. Rogers. Additional notable names mentioned include T. Rock Mackie, David Jaffray, Marcel van Herk, and Jake Van Dyk, reflecting a diverse range of contributions to Medical Physics. The AAPM website is suggested as a valuable source for further exploration of these distinguished individuals.
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For those in the field, just out of curiosity, who are the well-known Medical Physicists?

I know Faiz Khan is one of the most renowned. His textbooks are really outstanding.
 
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Who is Faiz Khan? I see one so-so book on radiation therapy. Is that him?
 
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Who is Faiz Khan? I see one so-so book on radiation therapy. Is that him?

Yeah. His textbooks are like what Griffiths or maybe Jackson are in E&M. He's also done a lot in the field.
 
Probably the best place to start would be the AAPM Coolidge Award winners. There you'll see the likes of:
John R. Cunningham
William R. Hendee
F. H. Attix
Faiz M. Khan
Ervin B. Podgorsak
Dave W.O. Rogers
... to name a few.

Other big names off the top of my head include:
T. Rock Mackie
David Jaffray
Marcel van Herk
Jake Van Dyk

(I'm probably biassed towards the Canadians).
 
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