Program Leaders and Contributors

 


Dr. Emily Banda

  • Position: Senior Lecturer, Medical Imaging
  • Academic Background: PhD in Radiology, University of Cape Town
  • Research Interests: Radiation safety, AI in medical imaging, and pediatric radiology
  • Contact: emily.banda@must.mw
  • Office Hours: Monday & Wednesday, 10:00am – 12:00pm
  • Year: 3 and 4
  • Modules Taught:
    • Sem 5: Digital Radiography, Pathology for Radiographers II, Ethics in Imaging
    • Sem 7: Principles of CT, Principles of Ultrasound
    • Sem 8: Work Integrated Learning (CT)
  • Bio: Dr. Banda specializes in advanced imaging techniques and has contributed to various research papers on pediatric radiology. She is highly involved in mentoring students and guiding them through practical radiography skills.



Prof. James Mvula

  • Position: Head of Department, Medical Imaging
  • Teaches:
    • Year 2: General Chemistry II, Technical and Business Communication
    • Year 3: Physics for Radiographers, Pathology for Radiographers
    • Year 4: Radiation Physics, Patient Care for Radiographers (Practicum)
  • Academic Background: MSc in Medical Physics, University of Nairobi
  • Research Interests: Image reconstruction, diagnostic radiology, radiation oncology
  • Contact: james.mvula@must.mw
  • Office Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
  • Bio: Prof. Mvula leads the Medical Imaging department and specializes in diagnostic radiology. His research focuses on low-dose imaging systems and their impact on radiation safety.

Ms. Thandiwe Phiri

  • Position: Lecturer, Medical Imaging
  • Teaches:
    • Year 2: Computer Programming
    • Year 3: Biostatistics, Radiographic Imaging Processes
    • Year 4: Equipment for General Radiography
  • Academic Background: BSc in Medical Imaging, Malawi University of Science and Technology
  • Research Interests: Ultrasound technology, image processing, women’s health imaging
  • Contact: thandiwe.phiri@must.mw
  • Office Hours: Friday, 11:00am – 1:00pm
  • Bio: Ms. Phiri is dedicated to enhancing ultrasound imaging techniques and improving student learning experiences. She is known for her hands-on approach and commitment to student development.



Dr. Michael Mwale

  • Position: Lecturer, Medical Imaging
  • Teaches:
    • Year 3: Radiographic Positioning I (Practicum), Pathology for Radiographers
    • Year 4: Work Integrated Learning (General Radiography), Patient Care for Radiographers (Practicum)
  • Academic Background: PhD in Medical Imaging, University of Edinburgh
  • Research Interests: Advanced imaging techniques, radiographic positioning
  • Contact: michael.mwale@must.mw
  • Office Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 3:00pm – 5:00pm
  • Bio: Dr. Mwale focuses on practical aspects of radiography and student internship placements. His research involves developing new radiographic positioning techniques and improving patient care.

Student Leaders and Blog Contributors


Clement Kafwafwa

  • Position: Year 2 Student, Medical Imaging
  • Role: Student Blog Leader & Resource Curator
  • Bio: John plays a crucial role in curating resources for the blog and ensuring that up-to-date materials are available for his peers. His leadership helps bridge the gap between students and faculty.

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