Professional Experience
Dr. Ravkilde has held significant roles in both clinical and research settings, contributing to advancements in radiotherapy practices.
- Current Position: Medical Physicist, Department of Oncology, Aarhus University Hospital
- Previous Roles:
- PhD Student, Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University (2011–2014)
- BSc/MSc Student, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Aarhus University (2004–2007)
- Leadership Roles: Member of board and management of Ardos ApS
Academic Contributions
Dr. Ravkilde actively engages in academic work, teaching, and research, supporting the next generation of medical physicists.
- Supervision of PhD students at Aarhus University
- Lectures and training courses in radiotherapy techniques
- Research focused on motion management and dose reconstruction
- Speaker at national and international conferences
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Ravkilde’s expertise lies in advanced radiotherapy techniques, improving treatment precision and minimizing side effects.
- Conditions Treated: Prostate, breast, liver, lung, bladder, head and neck cancers
- Special Procedures: Real-time motion tracking, adaptive radiotherapy, stereotactic body radiation therapy
- Patient-Centric Approach: Optimizing treatment plans to reduce side effects and improve outcomes
Publications and Research
Dr. Ravkilde has contributed extensively to peer-reviewed research in medical physics and radiotherapy.
- “Quantifying dose perturbations in high-risk prostate radiotherapy due to translational and rotational motion of prostate and pelvic lymph nodes”: Medical Physics, 2024
- “End-to-end framework for automated collection of large multicentre radiotherapy datasets demonstrated in a Danish Breast Cancer Group cohort”: Physics and Imaging in Radiation Oncology, 2023
- “Repeated deep-inspiration breath-hold CT scans at planning underestimate the actual motion between breath-holds at treatment for lung cancer and lymphoma patients”: Radiotherapy and Oncology, 2023
- “Experimental investigation of dynamic real-time rotation-including dose reconstruction during prostate tracking radiotherapy”: Medical Physics, 2022
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Ravkilde emphasizes precision, communication, and patient safety. He integrates real-time monitoring to ensure accurate dose delivery and minimizes side effects, while maintaining patient-centered care.
- Focus on accurate treatment delivery and minimizing side effects
- Emphasis on patient education and informed decision-making
- Support for international patients through consultations and flexible care
- Encourages patient feedback and values cultural sensitivity
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Ravkilde is an active member of several professional organizations, contributing to the development of medical physics standards.
- Danish Society for Medical Physics (DSMF)
- European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
- American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM)
FAQs
- Is Dr. Thomas Ravkilde board-certified?
- Yes, he holds certifications in medical physics and is affiliated with multiple professional organizations.
- What types of treatments does he specialize in?
- Dr. Ravkilde focuses on motion management, dose reconstruction, and advanced radiotherapy techniques.
- Does he treat international patients?
- While specific details are not listed, Aarhus University Hospital provides services to international patients.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Hospital stay length depends on treatment type; consult the hospital for personalized information.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Ravkilde is fluent in Danish and English, facilitating communication with diverse patients.
- Does he supervise students or researchers?
- Yes, he supervises PhD students and contributes to academic mentoring in medical physics.
- Which cancer types does he treat?
- Prostate, breast, liver, lung, bladder, head and neck cancers, using precision radiotherapy techniques.
