Gordon Chan
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Gordon Chan is a leading figure in the field of radiation oncology physics, with a primary focus on improving the precision and safety of brain radiotherapy. His key research areas include image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT), patient immobilization, and intra-fraction motion management. Chan’s most cited work, a 2012 study utilizing cone-beam CT (CBCT), provided critical insights into the limitations of standard thermoplastic masks for brain tumor patients. By quantifying inter- and intra-fraction motion on a robotic couch, he demonstrated that even with commercial immobilization, significant positional errors can occur, directly impacting treatment accuracy. This foundational study, with 25 citations, has informed clinical protocols for fractionated intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), helping practitioners better account for residual motion. Chan’s contributions are particularly notable for bridging the gap between commercial immobilization devices and real-world patient anatomy, offering evidence-based recommendations to enhance setup reproducibility. His work remains essential reading for medical physicists and radiation oncologists seeking to optimize stereotactic and fractionated brain treatments, underscoring the importance of rigorous motion assessment in modern radiotherapy.
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