EKHUFT Medical Physics
            
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              Engineering and scientific support @EKHUFT – including Radiology Physics, Nuclear Medicine, Medical Device Governance and KM CAT Adult Team
              
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              Joined October 2023
            
            
           As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the vital role Medical Physics plays behind the scenes in early detection and improving patient outcomes. 
          
                
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             📸Snapshots from our Radiology Physics team’s routine 6-monthly testing on a breast screening mammography unit. We ensure image quality, check radiation dose, and meet national standards to support safe and effective breast screening all year round. 
          
                
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             The achievements of teams and individuals in the Trust were celebrated at our EKHUFT Celebration Awards last week. Radiology Physics Team Lead Sarah Matthews received a ‘highly commended’ award in the Compassionate Leader category, shortlisted to the final 4 from 70+ nominations. 
          
                
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             October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀 At EKHUFT Medical Physics, we proudly support the NHS Breast Screening Programme across the East Kent — providing specialist expertise in diagnostic radiology and radiation protection. Early detection saves lives. We care. 
          
                
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             Meet Isa, Healthcare Scientist from our Radiology Physics Team 👋 
          
                
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             💷 Free for EKHUFT staff 💷 £55 for non‑EKHUFT NHS staff 💷 £70 for non-NHS Healthcare Professionals ✅ Book your place: 🔗 
          
            
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              IR(ME)R & X-ray Safety Training for Referrers
            
                
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             📢 Band 5+ healthcare professionals: our IR(ME)R Referrer (Non-medical) Course is back! 🎓 Learn the core syllabus for safe X-ray referrals under IR(ME)R 2017. 🗓️ Dates (10am-12pm) online via MS Teams): • 11 Sept 2025 • 20 Nov 2025 • 29 Jan 2026 
          
                
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             Meet Hakan, Trainee Clinical Scientist from our Radiology Physics Team 👋 
          
                
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             Step into the vibrant atmosphere of the BNMS Spring Meeting 2025!✨ #BNMS2025 #SpringMeeting #ExhibitionHall #Networking #ScientificSessions #SocialMediaHub #Innovation #ConferenceHighlights #rtng #rtn #visitglasgow
          
          
                
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             Congratulations to 4 participants who completed their @TalkingMats Foundation Training with the KM CAT team today! Here are their key takeaways, empowering better communication and patient care. #TalkingMats #PatientCare
          
          
                
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             Hakan is diving into cutting-edge discussions on Radiation Protection, Artificial Intelligence in Diagnostic Radiology, and more — bringing fresh insights back to our department and clinical practice ✨🩻 
          
                
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             Our Trainee Clinical Scientist Hakan Isik from the Radiology Physics team is attending UK Imaging & Oncology Congress (UKIO) 2025 this week! With this year’s theme, “Innovations in Practice,” UKIO explores how new technologies and evolving clinical methods are shaping the future 
          
                
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             Last month, @UniKent Biomedical Engineering students visited us to learn about our work in Medical Device Governance and Rehabilitation Engineering. The day included engaging presentations and hands-on experiences, providing students with valuable insights into the field 🧑🔬💻 
          
                
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             Congratulations to our Adult KM CAT service part of the Medical Physics and Clinical Enginering department being recognised for excellence in inclusivity and equal access to services by Kent and Medway Healthwatch! #healthwatch
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             It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with colleagues, celebrate our achievements, and reflect on everything we’ve learned in the last year. 💡👏 #MedicalPhysics #PatientSafety
          
          
                
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             Each team shared exciting projects and experiences from the past year, including Quality Improvement Projects in Nuclear Medicine, Laser Safety in Radiology Physics, and a Systems Approach to Patient Safety Investigations from MDGT. 
          
                
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             Meet Pathology's Immunology Team and learn about their specialism #HCSweek2025 #Pathology #Immunology
          
          
                
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             Meet Pathology's Blood Transfusion and Blood Science Team and learn about their specialism #HCSweek2025 #Pathology #BloodTransfusion
          
          
                
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