Kazuo Tomida
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Dr. Kazuo Tomida is a leading figure in the advancement of image-guided proton therapy, with his most-cited work focusing on the engineering and clinical integration of precision imaging systems. His primary research areas encompass medical physics, robotic C-arm cone beam CT (CBCT) design, and the optimization of image guidance workflows for particle therapy. Dr. Tomida’s major contribution is the development and characterization of a novel ceiling-mounted robotic CBCT system, designed to operate seamlessly with a 190° proton gantry and a 6-degree-of-freedom robotic patient positioner. This work, published in 2017 and garnering 43 citations, systematically addresses critical challenges in system accuracy, image quality, imaging dose, and clinical workflow safety. By demonstrating the feasibility of high-fidelity, in-room volumetric imaging for proton therapy, his research has directly enabled more precise tumor targeting and reduced treatment margins. This achievement represents a significant step forward in the practical implementation of adaptive and image-guided particle therapy, establishing Dr. Tomida as a key innovator in the field.
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