Medical physics applies the principles of the physical sciences to biomedical problems. The activities of medical physicists cover a broad spectrum that ranges from the study of basic biomedical processes to the diagnosis and treatment of disease, and thus, the training of a medical physicist must be broad. To participate fruitfully in this interdisciplinary profession, a medical physicist must be thoroughly competent in the physical and mathematical sciences related to imaging physics and radiation physics, must understand biological principles, and must be able to communicate with physicians. The Committee on Medical Physics offers a program to provide aspiring medical physicists with the knowledge that they will need in their future profession. Our program leads to the Doctor of Philosophy degree with emphasis on research that provides preparation for careers in academia, industry, and/or clinical support roles.