Programme Director, University of Auckland, New Zealand

Andrea has been involved in medical imaging education for many years and is part of the team at the Centre for Medical and Health Sciences Education at the University of Auckland where she is the Programme Director of the Bachelor of Medical Imaging (Hons). Andrea has a keen interest in health professional education, with a particular interest in exploring ways to support students (and the clinical educators who facilitate their learning), the development of professional and personal skills, and self-care.

Radiation Therapist Clinician Scientist Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Senior Lecturer RMIT University & CEO at CETSOL Clinical Education Training Solutions.

Daniel’s research has focussed on creating the world's first fully immersive virtual reality clinical environment, which allows dynamic conversations and practical procedures with AI avatars aiding users to simulate difficult clinical scenarios through immediate feedback. His recent clinical projects have focussed on utilising cutting edge digital innovations to improve patient outcomes, including virtual reality to reduce patient anxiety, augmented reality real time clinical support, remote breath hold training using wireless take home technology and the world's first interactive projection mapping installation in the radiation therapy bunker.

Micro-CT Facility Manager, Flinders Microscopy and Microanaylsis, Flinders University, South Australia

Sophie completed her PhD in 2021 at Flinders University, receiving the Vice Chancellor’s Award for Doctoral Thesis Excellence and the College of Science and Engineering Award for Best Student Publication. Her experience ranges from micro-CT scanning human limbs and orthopaedic implants, to fossils and batteries for research and industry. Her research explores bone-microarchitecture and lower limb biomechanics, through micro-CT image analysis combined with mechanical loading and digital volume correlation, for tracking the deformations and strains of the scanned specimens under load.

National Programme Manager, BreastScreen Aotearoa

Lisa Te Paiho (Te Aitanga a Mahaki, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Maniapoto) has over 30 years experience in the cancer sector. She has worked in Māori health and equity roles and as a radiation therapist with a focus on pre-treatment. Lisa is a member of Hei Āhuru Mōwai, the Māori Cancer Leadership Group, and co-chair of MiRO (Māori in Radiation Oncology). Lisa advocates for health system change driven by whānau and community voice. Her goal is to achieve equity in breast screening participation and cancer mortality.

Head of Modality – CT, SA Medical Imaging, Women’s and Children’s Hospital

Scott graduated from the University of South Australia and after stints in private practice and the Lyell McEwin Hospital he joined the team at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital as a senior radiographer in CT/MRI. Scott has a passion for optimising imaging, CT doses and ensuring that examinations progress as smoothly as possible. A regular speaker and advocate for the biennial Australia and New Zealand Paediatric Imaging Conference, Scott pursues innovative solutions to improve the paediatric imaging experience.

Manager of Clinical Education, Queensland Ambulance Service

Scott is a registered paramedic and non-practising radiographer. He has worked as a radiographer in both private and public sectors in the United Kingdom and Australia, specialising in vascular CT. In 2007, Scott transitioned to a career with the Queensland Ambulance Service as a paramedic. He has held various operational and educational roles, including clinical support officer and senior clinical educator. Scott is passionate about clinical development and enhancing patient safety through education.

Pre-treatment Supervisor, Wellington Blood and Cancer Centre, New Zealand

Katherine has over 30 years’ experience as a radiation therapist working in a range of roles both in New Zealand and the United Kingdom. After recognising a lack of lymphoedema services within the Wellington [New Zealand] public health system, Katherine undertook training to become a lymphoedema therapist. In 2023, Katherine implemented a service within the radiation therapy department for the treatment and management of patients with cancer-related head and neck lymphoedema.

Director of Radiation Oncology Medical Physics, Northern Sydney Cancer Centre, NSW

Jeremy has practised as a qualified radiation oncology medical physicist for 20 years, leading the team at the Royal North Shore Hospital since 2011. Jeremy is also a Professor in the School of Physics at The University of Sydney. Jeremy has authored over 120 manuscripts, mostly in the fields of motion management and adaptive radiotherapy.

Nurse Unit Manager of Radiation Oncology, Austin Health, Victoria

Kirsten has extensive experience in oncology nursing, palliative care nursing and progressive neurology. She is Chair of the Radiation Oncology Nursing Specialist Practice Network at the Cancer Nurses Society of Australia. Kirsten is passionate about advancing nursing practice, fostering collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, and enhancing patient care in radiotherapy. Her leadership and expertise focus on driving innovation, education and advocacy, aiming to support professional development and improve outcomes for patients receiving radiation therapy.

Radiation Oncologist and Clinical Associate Lecturer, The University of Sydney, NSW

Sarah is a staff specialist in radiation oncology with sub-specialty interests in lung, head and neck, skin cancers and palliative radiotherapy. Graduating with first class honours from UNSW, she undertook specialist radiation oncology training at Royal North Shore Hospital, Westmead Hospital and The Chris O’Brien Lifehouse. Sarah is an investigator on prospective lung, head and neck, and palliative national clinical trials, and is a member of ANZHNCS, TOGA and APROSIG. Her other main interest is medical education and training.