Dr. Nicolas Ploquin
Positions
Medical Physicist
Faculty of Science, Radiation Oncology Physics
Medical Physicist
Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre
Adjunct Associate Professor
Adjunct Associate Professor
Cumming School of Medicine, Department of Oncology
Residency Program Director
Faculty of Science, Radiation Oncology Physics
Residency Program Director
Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre
Member
Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute
Contact information
Web presence
Phone number
Office: 587-231-5616
Location
Preferred method of communication
For enquiries about the Residency Program or Graduate Supervision, please email medical.physics@ahs.ca
Background
Credentials
FCCPM, Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine, 2018,
MCCPM, Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine, 2010,
Educational Background
PhD Physics and Astronomy Specialization: Radiation Oncology Physics, University of Calgary, 2007,
MSc Physics, Temple University, 2003,
BSc Physics, Joseph Fourier University, 2001,
Biography
After completing his PhD in Radiation Oncology Physics at the University of Calgary in 2007, Nicolas Ploquin began his career at The Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre, where he completed his residency and subsequently worked as a Medical Physicist. In 2012, he returned to Calgary to join the Arthur J. E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre (formerly known as the Tom Baker Cancer Centre). In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Nicolas serves as the lead physicist for the Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) program. His research interests focus on stereotactic radiosurgery and advanced radiotherapy techniques. He is actively involved in education and supervision within the Medical Physics Educational Program at the University of Calgary and has supervised numerous graduate students. Nicolas also contributes to global health efforts through his involvement in the Global Oncology Initiative. He currently serves as the Program Director for the Radiation Oncology Physics Residency Program at the University.
Research
Areas of Research
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)
- Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT)
- Functional MRI
- Small Field Dosimetry
- Economic Evaluation of Radiation Technologies and Techniques
- Global Oncology
My research focuses on advancing stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) through clinical innovation and data-driven approaches. I am particularly interested in optimizing SRS techniques and workflows, and in leveraging radiomics and AI to improve treatment planning, response assessment, and outcome prediction in radiosurgery. In parallel, I am actively involved in the Global Oncology Initiative, working in collaboration with clinical and academic partners in Nicaragua to support the development of sustainable radiotherapy programs.
Participation in university strategic initiatives
Courses
| Course number | Course title | Semester |
|---|---|---|
| MDPH 711A/B | Clinical Competency I | Fall/Winter |
| MDPH 712A/B | Clinical Competency II | Fall/Winter |
| MDPH 721 A/B | Clinical Projects I | Fall/Winter |
| MDPH 722 A/B | Clinical Projects II | Fall/Winter |
| MDPH 741A/B | Treatment Planning | Fall/Winter |
| MDPH 632 | Clinical Rotation in Radiation Oncology Physics | Spring |
Publications
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