About SMPS

The Saudi Medical Physics Society (SMPS) is a scientific organization established in 2006 under the umbrella of the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS). SMPS is indeed fortunate to have capable members to stand for the fulfillment of its goals in promoting the growth of medical physics professionals within and outside Saudi Arabia.

Vision

To promote medical and health physics practice and activities in the Kingdom. This can be accomplished through increasing the awareness of the importance and value of our field. Also, by preparing qualified medical and health physicists through training and educational programs.

Mission

SMPS is committed to promoting advancement and safety in the medical use of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation for improving patient care and safe use of radiation. This, however, is provided by our high quality of medical physics support, consultation, research, continuing education, and training.

Objectives

1. Promote the advancement in medical and health physics.
2. Promote and take active roles in the implementation of international and national standards on the medical uses of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.
3. Collaborate with international and national organizations and professional societies on standards, policy formulation, and advancement in technology in the areas of medical and health physics.
4. Encourage, support and advance education, training and research in medical and health physics.
5. Promote delivery of high quality medical and health physics services for the benefit of patients, the general public, radiation workers, and the environment.

SMPS Bylaws