AAMD FOUNDATION
Empowers Medical Dosimetrists
A bridge between those who care, and those who need, in the field of medical dosimetry.
$689K
Scholarships Paid Out
325
Award Recipients To Date
2009
Inception
We’re the sole scholarship organization for medical dosimetry scholarships. We serve as a bridge between those who care and those who need.
At AAMD Foundation, our mission is to foster excellence in medical dosimetry by providing financial assistance, educational resources, and professional growth opportunities. Through scholarships, grants, and specialized training, we aim to equip aspiring and practicing dosimetrists with the tools they need to make a lasting impact in cancer treatment. Additionally, we are committed to raising awareness about the vital role of medical dosimetrists in radiation therapy, ensuring that more students and professionals recognize and pursue this critical career path
We envision a future where every passionate and qualified individual can pursue a career in medical dosimetry without financial constraints. By expanding scholarship programs and fostering innovation in education, we strive to shape the next generation of dosimetrists and enhance the quality of cancer treatment worldwide.
Since 2000, the AAMD Foundation has awarded over $600,000 in scholarships to more than 260 students, enabling them to access top-tier education and training. We partner with leading institutions and industry professionals to provide financial aid, educational grants, and hands-on training in software like Eclipse and RayStation.
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Students got Scholarship
2026 Scholarship Winners Announced
Meet the exceptional recipients of the 2026 AAMD Foundation Scholarships and see how they’re shaping the future of medical dosimetry.
Feedback from AAMD Donors and Recipients
Why I Donated
I believe that donation to the AAMD Education and Research Foundation is important because the Foundation provides financial assistance to those seeking initial education, continuing education and professional advancement in Medical Dosimetry. This assistance helps to alleviate the financial burden so many people face while enrolled in an educational program. I, for one, am thrilled that this is available!
Mary Z. Hare MSEd, CMD, RT(T)(CT), FAAMD
AAMD Foundation Donor
Why I Donated
I have watched this young organization grow tremendously in just a few short years.The opportunities you provide to aspiring dosimetrists are truly inspiring. There’s a reason I always contribute extra to the Foundation when I pay my yearly AAMD dues. I come from humble beginnings and took the OJT route to become a Medical Dosimetrist—an opportunity that no longer exists for others. Your organization gives people like me a chance to reach their goals.
Christopher J. Moore, BS, CMD, FAAMD
AAMD Foundation Donor
Your Impact Matters
Personally, this scholarship will assist me in attaining a long–‐term goal of a Doctorate degree; thus contributing more scholarly work to our profession and improving the educational needs of medical dosimetry students.
Nishele Lenards
Gunilla Bentel Scholarship Winner
AAMD Foundation Recipient
Through the generosity of numerous corporations and medical dosimetrist, the AAMD Foundation maintains a robust program of scholarships to help medical dosimetry students and medical dosimetrists pursue their educational dreams.
Let’s hear from April Hardman who shares some of the challenges in pursuing a career in medical dosimetry and how a scholarship from the AAMD Foundation was able to empower her.
April Hardman
AAMD Foundation Recipient
Empowering the Next Generation of Medical Dosimetrists
At AAMD Foundation, we believe financial barriers should never stand in the way of talent and ambition. Our scholarship programs provide aspiring medical dosimetrists with the resources they need to pursue their education, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to advancements in cancer treatment.
By investing in future professionals, we’re shaping a skilled workforce dedicated to precision, innovation, and patient care in radiation therapy. Whether you’re a student looking for support or a certified dosimetrist seeking growth opportunities, we’re here to help you succeed.
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Voices & Views
Types of Work Medical Dosimetrists Do
In my previous article, we covered the basics of what it takes to become a medical dosimetrist. Now, we take a deeper look at the extended duties and varied roles dosimetrists play as part of the...
The Many Faces of a Medical Dosimetrist
If you’ve been researching medical dosimetry as a future career path, you likely know that a medical dosimetrist is a core member of the radiation oncology team. You’ll be responsible for designing...
What is a Medical Dosimetrist? Career & Role Overview
A medical dosimetrist plays a critical role in the field of radiation therapy, contributing to the precise and safe delivery of radiation treatment for cancer patients. Their primary function is to...
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Frequently asked questions
Why was the Foundation formed?
The AAMD Education and Research Foundation (AAMDERF) was formed to be a bridge between those who care, and those who need, in the field of medical dosimetry.
The Board of Directors of the AAMD, recognized the need for an educational fundraising entity and proposed the formation of the AAMDERF during the Annual Membership Meeting on June 20, 2007.
On March 11, 2009 the IRS awarded the AAMD Education and Research Foundation the tax status of 501(c)(3) with the further classification of being a public charity. The Foundation became a new entity under the umbrella of the AAMD and is incorporated in Washington, DC.
How are trustees appointed to the board of the Foundation?
New members to the Board of Trustees are elected by the current Trustees. The AAMD Board of Directors may submit a slate of candidates for consideration, or recommendations may be made to the Foundation chair. If you are interested in serving on the Board of Trustees, please contact the Foundation chair and make your interest known.
