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How lasers make the difference in MRI in RT – MRI solutions from LAP

02 Jul 2020 Sponsored by LAP GmbH Laser Applikationen

Available to watch now, LAP GmbH Laser Applikationen explores how lasers make the difference in MRI in RT

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There have been enormous improvements in MRI over the last 20 years. MR-only workflows and the invention of MR-guided linacs brought new perspectives into radiation therapy. Are lasers still important for the alignment of patients on MRI? What kind of different workflows are currently practised in RT?

(Courtesy: Royal Philips)

The webinar presented by Raphael Schmidt and Michael Uhr will help the audience to: 

  • Learn more about workflows in MR
  • Get to know the relevance of lasers for patient alignment
  • Get an overview on different solutions for MRI and MR-linac

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Raphael Schmidt is responsible for the product management of laser systems for CT and MRI from LAP. During his studies at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) he gained broad experience in different workflows in radiation therapy while analyzing them. The topic of his final thesis dealt with the improvement of workflows in RT trough new information and assistance systems. Schmidt holds a degree in industrial engineering and management.

Michal Uhr is the responsible product manager for the APOLLO, APOLLO MR3T and ASTOR room lasers from LAP. Before switching to product management, Michael gained extensive experience in LAP service over many years at customer sites worldwide.

 

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