Head of Medical Physics Department | Hanoi Oncology Hospital | Vietnam
Dr. Soai Dang Quoc is a distinguished medical physicist currently serving as the Head of the Medical Physics Department at Hanoi Oncology Hospital in Vietnam. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Hanoi University of Science, Vietnam National University Hanoi (2004–2008), followed by a Master of Engineering in Telecommunications Engineering from Hanoi University of Science and Technology (2010–2012). Dr. Dang Quoc further advanced his expertise through a Master of Advanced Studies in Medical Physics at the University of Trieste, in collaboration with the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics, supported by an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) scholarship (2013–2015). He is currently pursuing an International Doctoral Program in Health Sciences at Kyushu University under a Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) scholarship (2021–2024).
Profile
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Physics: Hanoi University of Science, Vietnam National University Hanoi (2004–2008).
- Master of Engineering in Telecommunications Engineering: Hanoi University of Science and Technology (2010–2012).
- Master of Advanced Studies in Medical Physics: University of Trieste, in collaboration with the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (2013–2015).
- International Doctoral Program in Health Sciences: Kyushu University (2021–2024).
Professional Experience
- Researcher: National Centre for Laser Technology, Ministry of Science and Technology of Vietnam (2008–2009).
- Medical Physicist: Department of Medical Supplies – Medical Physics, Hanoi Oncology Hospital (2010–2013).
- Intern: AVIANO CRO Hospital, Italy (2015).
- Leader of Medical Physics Unit: Department of Medical Supplies – Medical Physics, Hanoi Oncology Hospital (2021–2024).
- Head of Medical Physics Department: Hanoi Oncology Hospital (December 2024–Present).
Research Interests
Dr. Dang Quoc’s research focuses on medical physics and radiation protection. His work includes Monte Carlo simulations of ambient dose equivalents in linear accelerator rooms, dosimetry of electron intraoperative radiotherapy, and analysis of planning techniques for whole brain radiotherapy. He has also contributed to studies on the dosimetry of electron radiotherapy for applications outside of the breast, considering the influence of tissue inhomogeneities.
Award
Dr. Dang Quoc’s contributions to medical physics have been widely recognized. He has been honored with several awards, including the Excellence in Radiation Physics Award and the Medical Physics Best Researcher Award. These accolades highlight his dedication to advancing research in radiation therapy and medical physics.
Selected Top Note
“Produced radioactive isotopes, ambient dose equivalent in TrueBeam room with flattening filter (FF) and Flattening Filter Free (FFF) modes: Monte Carlo simulation”, Applied Radiation and Isotopes, May 2025.
“Simulating the head of a TrueBeam linear particle accelerator and calculating the photoneutron spectrum on the central axis of a 10-MV photon using particle and heavy-ion transport system code”, Radiation Protection Dosimetry, June 2024.
“Analyzing Planning Techniques for Whole Brain Radiotherapy”, International Journal of Medical Physics, Clinical Engineering and Radiation Oncology, 2020.
“Electron radiotherapy (IOERT) for applications outside of the breast: Dosimetry and influence of tissue inhomogeneities”, Physica Medica, 2020.
“Analyze the Dose Results Calculated with AAA Algorithm in Eclipse Software of New Treatment Planning System”, Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, June 2019.
“Commissioning of the AAA calculation algorithm for 18MV of 2100CD LINAC”, LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 2019.
“Analyze Dosimetry Interventional Radiology And Cardiology”, October 2014.
Conclusion
Dr. Soai Dang Quoc’s extensive academic background, coupled with his significant professional experience and research contributions, position him as a leading figure in the field of medical physics. His ongoing commitment to enhancing radiation safety and therapy techniques continues to impact both national and international medical communities.