Dr. José Guilherme Couto is a lecturer and researcher in radiotherapy at the University of Malta’s Radiography Department. He holds a PhD in radiography education from Ulster University, where he focused on professional mobility, competency frameworks, and patient care across Europe. He also holds a Master’s degree in Medical Physics from the University of Porto and a Bachelor’s degree in Radiotherapy from the Polytechnic Institute of Porto.
With over 17 years of academic and clinical experience, Dr. Couto has been actively involved in radiotherapy education, curriculum development, and professional training. He has contributed to several European-funded projects, including SAFE EUROPE and ECHOES, which focus on digital and green skills in radiotherapy and healthcare education. His research spans radiotherapy techniques, imaging optimization, radiobiology, sustainability, and workforce development, with numerous peer-reviewed publications in these fields.
Dr. Couto is an active member of several international committees, including the Radiotherapy Expert Committee of the European Federation of Radiography Societies (EFRS) and the Education Steering Committee of the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT). He also chairs working groups on internationalization and health workforce education. His work continues to advance radiotherapy education, professional competencies, and sustainable innovation in healthcare.
