Meredith Van Beekhuizen

Current position: Treatment CT senior

Years qualified: 11 years

Research areas of interest: Prostate localisation and prep

Would you describe yourself as a ‘novice’ or ‘experienced’ researcher? Novice

Why did you decide to get involved in research? For extension within my role and interest in our practise

Who encouraged you to get involved in research and who do you go to for advice when you need it? Chief physicist and supervisor

What sort of activities/studies have you been involved in? Data collection, study design, clinical research, scientific article writing

What do you enjoy most about being involved in this/these research activities? Getting results

What has been your biggest challenge or barrier to being involved in research? Time away from ‘regular duties’