Collaboration between doctors, medical physicists, and engineers is essential in the design and development of medical equipment, particularly in the context of real-time MRI for Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT). While engineers primarily handle the technical aspects, doctors and medical physicists contribute significantly to creating user-friendly workflows and quality assurance tools. The discussion highlights that medical physicists in the U.S. are primarily involved in treatment rather than equipment design, yet their input remains valuable in clinical settings. The presence of medical professionals on advisory boards further emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in medical device development.
PREREQUISITESMedical professionals, biomedical engineers, and anyone involved in the development and implementation of medical technologies, particularly those interested in the intersection of medicine and engineering.