I am not unhappy that my contribution was not recognized. I am sure it helped my career. John Cameron careercontributionhelp Change image and share on social
If someone is interested in medicine and also in physics and they like working with people and communicate well with others, I would strongly encourage them. John Cameron communicateencourageinterest Change image and share on social
When I entered the field in July 1958 I believed what they told me about radiation risks. I spent much effort reducing the dose to patients in radiology. John Cameron believedoseeffort Change image and share on social
The growth of technology is such that it is not possible today for a nuclear physicist to switch into medical physics without training. The field is now much more technical. More training is needed to do the job. John Cameron fieldgrowthjob share on social
In 1970 I realized that there was negligible risk from x-rays but many radiographs had poor image quality so that the risk from a false negative was significant. John Cameron falseimagenegative Change image and share on social
In some cases radiation reduces the incidence of cancer. John Cameron cancercaseincidence Change image and share on social
I would not encourage everyone to take up this profession. Not everyone is suited for any particular field. John Cameron encouragefieldprofession Change image and share on social
I don't display my plaques and honors. They are hidden behind a black curtain in my work room at home. John Cameron blackcurtaindisplay Change image and share on social
It is likely that we need more radiation to improve our longevity. John Cameron improvelongevityradiation Change image and share on social
I am now almost certain that we need more radiation for better health. John Cameron healthradiation Change image and share on social