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Vikren Sarkar, PhD, DABR, is a tenured Associate Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Utah and a medical physicist at Huntsman Cancer Hospital. He specializes in advanced radiotherapy techniques including proton therapy, stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), and adaptive radiotherapy. Dr. Sarkar is an active member of the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) and the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ASTRO).
Education:
- Executive MBA, Quantic School of Business and Technology
- Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Utah
- PhD in Medical Physics, University of Texas Health Science Center
- BS, Columbia University
- BA, Colorado College
Research Focus: Dr. Sarkar's work emphasizes clinical innovations in image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT), surface-guided positioning, proton therapy verification, and brachytherapy workflows. His recent studies validate new technologies like ultra-fast cone-beam CT and surface imaging systems to enhance treatment precision and safety in radiation oncology.
Publication Trends: His articles (2022–2025) predominantly address technical advancements in radiotherapy delivery, including surface-guided alignment, proton dose validation, TBI techniques, and brachytherapy optimization. Recurring themes include quality assurance, motion management, and clinical implementation of emerging technologies.
Awards: No scientific awards listed.
Teams & Collaborations: Dr. Sarkar leads proton therapy and SRS/SBRT initiatives at Huntsman Cancer Hospital, collaborating extensively with clinical teams on adaptive radiotherapy and treatment planning optimization.
