Dr. Virginia Tsapaki | Radiology Awards | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Virginia Tsapaki, IAEA, Austria
Dr. Tsapaki is a distinguished Medical Physicist with a BSc from the University of Crete, an MSc in Medical Physics from the University of Surrey, and a PhD from the University of Athens. Currently, she serves at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and previously led the Medical Physics Department at Konstantopoulio General Hospital in Athens. With over 30 years of expertise in diagnostic imaging, radiation protection, and nuclear medicine, she has been a key figure in numerous international projects and training courses. Dr. Tsapaki has held influential roles in the European Federation of Medical Physicists (EFOMP) and the International Organization for Medical Physics (IOMP), earning multiple accolades including IOMP and IUPESM Fellowships. Her extensive research, with over 200 publications, addresses a broad spectrum of medical physics topics, reinforcing her prominent position in the field.
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Suitability for the Award
Dr. Virginia Tsapaki is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to the following reasons:
- Extensive Experience and Expertise: With over 30 years in the field, Dr. Tsapaki’s extensive experience in diagnostic and interventional radiology, nuclear medicine, and medical physics is notable. Her work as a Medical Physicist with the IAEA further underscores her expertise and global impact.
- Significant Contributions to Research and Practice: Dr. Tsapaki has made substantial contributions to the field through her research on imaging technologies, radiation protection, and quality management systems. Her involvement in numerous European and international projects demonstrates her leadership and innovative contributions to medical physics.
- Leadership and Influence: Her roles as President of the Hellenic Association of Medical Physicists, Secretary General of IOMP, and other leadership positions highlight her influence in shaping the field of medical physics at both national and international levels.
- Awards and Recognitions: The multiple international awards and recognitions she has received, including Fellowships and certificates of appreciation, reflect her outstanding contributions and the high regard in which she is held by the global medical physics community.
- Editorial and Peer Review Contributions: Dr. Tsapaki’s involvement in editorial boards and as a reviewer for leading journals illustrates her commitment to advancing research and maintaining high standards in scientific publishing.
Educational Background:
Dr. Tsapaki holds a BSc from the University of Crete, MSc in Medical Physics from the University of Surrey, and a PhD in Medical Physics from the University of Athens. Her educational foundation is robust and aligns well with her expertise in medical radiation physics.
Current and Previous Positions:
She has served as a Medical Physicist at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) since August 2019. Her previous role as Head of the Medical Physics Department at Konstantopoulio General Hospital of Athens further underscores her leadership and expertise in diagnostic radiology and medical radiation physics.
Professional Experience:
Dr. Tsapaki boasts over 30 years of experience in diagnostic imaging, computed tomography, interventional cardiology, and nuclear medicine. Her experience also includes significant roles in radiation protection and international projects, reflecting her extensive knowledge and impact in her field.
International and National Contributions:
She has been actively involved in numerous European projects and IAEA missions, contributing to various international and regional training courses. Her role as a coordinator for IAEA regional training courses and technical cooperation projects demonstrates her leadership and commitment to advancing medical physics globally.
Organizational Roles:
Dr. Tsapaki has held prominent positions in various national and international organizations, including the European Federation of Medical Physicists (EFOMP) and the International Organization for Medical Physics (IOMP). Her leadership roles, such as being the Secretary General of IOMP, highlight her influential presence in the field.
Awards and Recognitions:
She has received multiple awards, including Fellowships from IOMP and IUPESM, and appreciation awards from various international conferences. These accolades reflect her significant contributions and recognition in the field of medical physics.
Publications and Research Interests:
With over 200 publications and more than 300 conference presentations, Dr. Tsapaki’s research covers a wide range of topics, including conventional and digital imaging, radiation protection, and quality management systems. Her editorial roles in several prestigious journals further emphasize her expertise and influence.
Publication Top Notes:
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Title: Strengthening Education and Training Programmes for Medical Physics in Asia and the Pacific: The IAEA Non-Agreement Technical Cooperation (TC) Regional RAS6088 Project
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Year: 2024
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Title: Quality Assurance Considerations in Radiopharmaceutical Therapy Dosimetry Using PLANETDose: An International Atomic Energy Agency Study
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Year: 2024
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Title: Preliminary Results of Performance Testing in Diagnostic Radiology Facilities: Implementation of Harmonized IAEA Protocol for Africa
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Year: 2024
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Title: Technical Specifications of Dose Management Systems: An International Atomic Energy Agency Survey
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Year: 2024
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Cited by: 2
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Title: How to Establish and Use Local Diagnostic Reference Levels: An ESR EuroSafe Imaging Expert Statement
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Year: 2023
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Cited by: 15
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