Advanced Medical Physics, Inc. - Residency

About the Program
  • The AMP Medical Physics Residency Program is a two-year training opportunity designed to fully prepare residents for board certification in medical physics.
  • This comprehensive program emphasizes hands-on experience and mentorship, providing residents with extensive exposure to the field of radiation oncology.
  • Residents will work closely with a team of experienced, board-certified physicists and dosimetrists to refine their clinical skills.
  • One resident is selected each year to join the program, gaining valuable experience at multiple cancer centers and healthcare facilities.

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Program Staff

Vasanthan Sakthivel, PhD DABR- Program Director
Sunil Mani, MS DABR - Assistant Program Director
Tusar Patel, MS DABR - Senior Physicist
Jarron Syh, MS DABR - Senior Physicist
Bijal Patel, MS DABR - Senior Physicist
Waseet Vance, MD DABR, FACRO - Medical Director
Naureen Qamar, CMD - Chief Dosimetrist
Sheena Mani - BSC Engineering (Program Coordinator)
Admissions
  • AMP accepts one resident per year through a selective admissions process. Eligible candidates must have completed a Master's or Ph.D. in medical physics from a CAMPEP-accredited program. The application requires personal details, academic history, a CV, transcripts, a personal statement, and any other relevant documents. The residency begins each July, with the first selected resident for radiation oncology starting in 2025. For additional information or questions, applicants are encouraged to reach out to the program directors, Sheena Mani for further guidance.
 
  • The AMP Medical Physics Residency Program offers a rigorous and competitive admissions process for one resident per year. The program is designed for highly motivated candidates who have completed a Master's or Ph.D. in medical physics from a CAMPEP-accredited institution. Applicants should demonstrate a strong foundation in the principles of medical physics, along with a passion for advancing their expertise in radiation oncology.
 
  • The application package requires the following documents:

    1. Personal Information: Basic contact details and background information.
    2. Academic History: Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended, demonstrating the completion of required coursework.
    3. Curriculum Vitae (CV): A comprehensive CV outlining your academic achievements, work experience, and any relevant research or internships.
    4. Personal Statement: A thoughtful statement that highlights your career goals, motivation for applying to the CAMP residency, and what you hope to achieve during the program.
    5. Letters of Recommendation: At least two letters from professors or professionals who can speak to your qualifications and potential as a medical physicist.
 
  • The residency starts annually in July, with the first resident selected for radiation oncology beginning in 2025. The selection process is highly competitive, and applicants will be evaluated based on their academic qualifications, clinical potential, personal statements, and recommendations.
 
  • As part of the process, finalists may be invited for interviews to assess their fit within the program. During the interview, candidates will meet with faculty, engage in discussions about their experiences and aspirations, and learn more about the residency structure and expectations.
 
  • For further details or any questions about the admissions process, prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the program coordinator Sheena Mani.


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  • All applicants are required to have a graduate degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) or Certificate/Certificate-equivalence from a CAMPEP accredited graduate program.
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  • Each resident will provide their education transcripts which ensures their education background adequately meets the residency requirements stated in the Handbook and website.
 
  • Applicants are directed to apply through the formal AMP application process.  AMP Residency program will admit one resident per site per year (Houston and Jacksonville). 
 
  • Applicants will need to provide
                    1. Detailed resume
                    2. Copy of transcripts
                    3. Any publications
                    4. Two (2) References
                    5. Authorized to work in the US

AMP Residency program will not be using the Match at this time.