DR. SAJEEV SURENDRAN WON EXCELLENT RESEARCHER AWARD IN THE FIELD OF RADIATION ONCOLOGY


Dr. Sajeev Surendran is an accomplished medical physicist with extensive experience in radiation therapy, radiological safety, and quality assurance. Currently serving as the Medical Physicist In charge & Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) at Almana Oncology Centre, Saudi Arabia, he oversees the quality assurance (QA) of radiological equipment, risk assessments, and compliance with radiation safety regulations.

Previously, he held leadership roles as the Chief Medical Physicist & Group RSO at KIMS Healthcare, India, where he managed radiation safety in radiotherapy, radiology, and nuclear medicine. His expertise extends to radiation dosimetry, equipment calibration, treatment planning, and regulatory compliance.

With a career spanning over two decades, he has worked in prestigious institutions such as MJKM Cancer Research Center, Lions Cancer Hospital, and Manipal Hospital, India, where he played a crucial role in medical physics advancements and training future professionals in radiation physics.

Significant Achievements

  • Certified Radiation Safety Officer by NRRC, Saudi Arabia, and BARC, India
  • Expertise in commissioning and QA of advanced radiotherapy systems including Versa HD Elekta, Varian Clinac_iX, Siemens CT Simulators, and HDR Brachytherapy
  • Led radiation safety and quality programs across multiple hospitals
  • Provided lectures, training, and supervision for medical professionals and students
  • Conducted research and clinical studies in radiation oncology, contributing to scientific advancements in cancer treatment

Notable Contributions

  • Published 5 research papers in radiation oncology
  • Presented 5 invited talks, 7 oral presentations, and 6 poster presentations at international conferences
  • Supervised 15 postgraduate theses in medical physics
  • Developed radiation safety protocols and quality control programs for multiple healthcare institutions
  • Actively involved in scientific audits, accreditation processes, and emergency response planning for hazardous radiation materials

Given his remarkable contributions to medical physics and radiation safety, Dr. Sajeev Surendran is eligible to receive the "Excellent Researcher Award" from Scientific Laurels for his outstanding work in advancing medical science and ensuring patient safety.