Martha J. Malin, PhD

My research interest is in development and implementation of new treatment protocols which build on the rapidly advancing technologies available for radiation treatment of cancers. My recent research has focused on workflow development, validation of the dosimetric accuracy of new techniques prior to clinical implementation, and measurement of dosimetric properties that are not modeled in our treatment planning system.

In collaboration with others in the department, I am advancing the automation of our spine SBRT treatment planning, and developing workflows for efficiently and safely handling prior treatment courses that overlap with the current treatment site. We are aiming to develop workflows and tools that enable the department to streamline the time from patient simulation to treatment for these complex treatments while maintaining a high standard of plan quality.

Prior research at NYU Langone quantified backscatter from metal implanted within the treatment field through film measurements with the goal of quantifying the dose to adjacent tissue that was not modeled in the treatment planning system. Additionally, I led the effort to unify the monthly onboard imager CBCT quality assurance procedure, tolerances, and baselines across the linear accelerators within the Manhattan and Brooklyn treatment facilities.