American Association of Physicists in Medicine
Year Founded: 1958
Description:
American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) is a membership-based professional organization dedicated to advancing the application of physics in medicine and healthcare. It provides education, research support, professional development, and advocacy to enhance medical imaging, radiation therapy, and related technologies. AAPM fosters innovation and collaboration among scientists, clinicians, and industry professionals to improve patient care. Common job titles among members include Medical Physicist, Radiation Safety Officer, Clinical Physicist, and Research Scientist. Most members work in healthcare, academia, medical device manufacturing, and government regulatory agencies.
