Department of Radiation Oncology
The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
600 Moye Blvd.
Greenville, NC 27834
Phone (252) 744-2900 / Fax (252) 744-2812
Dr. Mota specializes in biophysics and medical physics at the ECU Physicians Radiation Oncology Department at East Carolina University's Brody School of Medicine. Since joining the department in 2003, Dr. Mota has used the latest technology in clinical therapy physics and has pursued opportunities to improve knowledge in the field. A key member of the radiation therapy team at PCMH, he is an active researcher in dosimetry, image-guided radiation therapy (IMRT) and intensity modulated radiation therapy (IGRT). A clinical associate professor at East Carolina University, Dr. Mota teaches in the Medical Physics graduate program.
In addition to his many responsibilities as researcher, educator and technician, Dr. Mota is active internationally and has organized several international courses and scientific meetings. He is a consultant in the area of radiation protection for international organizations such as the World Health Organization/PAHO and the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Gamma Knife Experience
Dr. Mota received his Gamma Knife stereotactic surgery certification from the University of Pittsburgh. He is an authorized by the NC Nuclear and Radiation Safety Authority as a medical physicist for the Gamma Knife at PCMH.
Education
MS, Biophysics/Radiation Biology, UER, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
PhD, Biophysics/Medical Physics PhD program, UFRJ, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Advanced Training
Fellow, Radiation Therapy Physics, HSL-Radiation Therapy, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Fellow, Radiation Protection in Medical Practices, GSF, Munich, Germany
Fellow, Radiation Therapy Physics, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH
Post-doctorate studies in Radiation Therapy Physics, Roswell Park Cancer Institute, SUNY-Buffalo
Dr. Sibata serves as vice-chairman and director of Medical Physics at the ECU Physicians Radiation Oncology Department at East Carolina University's Brody School of Medicine. He also acts as physics director for the school's Photodynamic Therapy Center and is a professor in the Radiation Oncology and Physics departments.
Before joining PCMH, Dr. Sibata was director of Medical Physics for the Radiation Oncology Department at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Gamma Knife Experience
While practicing at Case Reserve University School of Medicine, Dr. Sibata was responsible for the Gamma Knife program at University Hospitals of Cleveland. He is widely published in this area of expertise, particularly in optimization of Gamma Knife treatment plans and verification.
Education
PhD in Medical Physics, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI
Advanced Training
Principle and Applications of Time Resolved Fluorescence Spectroscopy
University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
Evidence Based Radiation Oncology: Principles and Methods
European Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology. Lerida, Spain
Photodynamic Therapy Training Program
Alliant Health System and University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY
High Dose Rate Remote After loading in Gynecologic Oncology
UW-Madison, Madison, WI
Practical Course of Physical Dosimetry in Radiotherapy
AAPM, IOMP, ALFM, SEFM, San Antonio, TX
Board Certification
American Board of Radiology - Therapy Physics
American Board of Medical Physics - Radiation Oncology Physics
Additional certification includes a Collaborative Ocular Melanoma Study Certification
Professor Wolfe serves as clinical assistant professor and clinical associate director for clinical medical physics at the ECU Physicians Radiation Oncology Department at East Carolina University's Brody School of Medicine. Since joining the department in 2000, Professor Wolfe has been an active author and has vigorously pursued numerous opportunities to train in up-to-the-minute developments within her field of expertise.
Before joining PCMH, Professor Wolfe served for eight years as a medical physicist with Mountain Radiation Oncology in Asheville, NC.
Gamma Knife Experience
Ms. Wolfe serves as a vital member of the Gamma Knife medical team where she provides technical assistance to physicians, dosimetrists and therapists, assisting with implementation and accuracy of radiation therapy delivery. She also helps ensure safety through rigorous testing and quality assurance procedures.
Education
M.S., East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
Advanced Training
Recent advanced training includes:
XiO Physics Training Class, Computerized Medical Systems, Inc.Eclipse Physics and Administrator Training Class, Varian Corporation3D, Conformal Radiation Therapy - 6th International Symposium, Massey Cancer Center The Physics of Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy, Medical Technology Management Institute
Board Certification
American Board of Radiology-Therapeutic Radiologic Physics
