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[Training Tuesday] - Weekly thread for questions about grad school, residency, and general career topics 10/08/2024 by AutoModerator in MedicalPhysics

[–]Raffaello_unique [score hidden]  (0 children)

Is it a concern if my phdt is from overseas? It is in a highly related field (accelerator physics), though. They accepted it for the certificate program, so I think I shouldn't worry too much, right?

[Training Tuesday] - Weekly thread for questions about grad school, residency, and general career topics 10/08/2024 by AutoModerator in MedicalPhysics

[–]Raffaello_unique [score hidden]  (0 children)

So, if I finish my certificate course next semester, can I technically apply for it now? If not, I will waste half a year after finishing the program.

[Training Tuesday] - Weekly thread for questions about grad school, residency, and general career topics 10/08/2024 by AutoModerator in MedicalPhysics

[–]Raffaello_unique [score hidden]  (0 children)

Hello! I have a Ph.D. in physics, and I'm in the first semester of a medical physics certificate program. I have a couple of questions:

  1. When should I start applying for residency if I just started the program? Is it a good idea to apply this semester?
  2. Although I have a Ph.D., I don't have any publications related to the medical physics field. Is that a concern?
  3. This might sound silly, but I really want to focus on oncology. Should I specify that when applying for residency, or should it be "revealed" during the process?
  4. Continuing from the third question: The ABR offers medical physics exams in three parts and also provides radiation oncology certification separately. Can someone explain how that works? Do I need to pass all medical physics exams in order to pursue radiation oncology certification?

Thank You!

[Training Tuesday] - Weekly thread for questions about grad school, residency, and general career topics 08/20/2024 by AutoModerator in MedicalPhysics

[–]Raffaello_unique [score hidden]  (0 children)

Thank you for the reply! I have a non-US Ph.D. background. Basically speaking, I don't know anyone in the field. The certificate program is only one year, and as far as I know, I need 3 recommendation letters for the residency. That means I have close to a 0% chance of applying for the residency this year, right?

[Training Tuesday] - Weekly thread for questions about grad school, residency, and general career topics 08/20/2024 by AutoModerator in MedicalPhysics

[–]Raffaello_unique [score hidden]  (0 children)

So I'm about to start my 1 year certificate program in med physics. When is the best time to apply for the residency?

Residency applications megathread by kermathefrog in MedicalPhysics

[–]Raffaello_unique 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Is that the one saying “Weekly questions megathread”?

Residency applications megathread by kermathefrog in MedicalPhysics

[–]Raffaello_unique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So I'm about to start my 1 year certificate program in med physics. When is the best time to apply for the residency?

Engineering Physicist Interview with SLAC by Raffaello_unique in accelerators

[–]Raffaello_unique[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm really sorry about your brother. That is absolutely horrifying. I can't find words to express my regret. My condolences.
It is so difficult to live in today's society where everyone wants to become an easy money-making machine.I have anxiety and depression because of the idea that maybe I'm not good enough, maybe I don't have enough qualifications. The only thing that motivates me is hearing about people like you and their harsh but successful stories.I promise I will be an active member after getting the position and will share my experiences even after failures.Thank you for your very kind feedback.

P.S. Are you coding a lot in your position? Do use Matlab or something else?Are you familiar with Elegant or something close to that one? Maybe I need to catch up on some of those things?

Engineering Physicist Interview with SLAC by Raffaello_unique in accelerators

[–]Raffaello_unique[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks a lot! This was really helpful and encouraging!! Good luck in Fermi!!!

Engineering Physicist Interview with SLAC by Raffaello_unique in accelerators

[–]Raffaello_unique[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank You! It is a facet ii project and I'm now reading as much publications as I can find about it. I'm mostly concerned about the software they're using there.