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09-02-2025
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Shreveport physicists publish four papers on stereotactic radiotherapy
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Physicists at a hospital in Shreveport have published four publications after a year of groundbreaking research in stereotactic radiotherapy. The Willis Knighton Cancer Center physicists, led by Yohan Walter, are focused on a precise form of radiation therapy called stereotactic radiotherapy (SRT). SRT has become one of Willis Knighton Cancer Center's innovative treatment methods for spine and lung tumors. Dr. Terry Wu is the chief physicist at Willis Knighton's Cancer Center. 'These publications reflect the dedication of our medical physics team to advancing cancer care and delivering the best outcomes for our patients,' said Wu. Three of the team's papers were published in the Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, and another was published in Practical Radiation Oncology. The team developed cranial SRS protocols that spare healthy tissue and significantly reduce patient treatment time. They also highlighted the efficacy of spine SBRT technique immobilization tools and set the standard for safety and precision in spine tumor treatment. They also studied how patient positioning in lung tumor patients can contribute to superior clinical outcomes. Walter's work was presented at the 2024 ASTRO Annual Conference in Washington, D.C. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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08-02-2025
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Willis Knighton Cancer Center celebrates ‘groundbreaking' research
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Willis Knighton Cancer Center celebrate groundbreaking research on radiation therapy. According to Willis Knighton, physicist led Yohan Walker have completed a years worth of research with four publications on advancing an innovative cancer treatment called stereotactic radiotherapy (SRT). SRT was the focus of studies addressing cranial stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) and sterotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) for spine and lung tumors, according to the news release. 'These publications reflect the dedication of our medical physics team to advancing cancer care and delivering the best outcomes for our patients,' said Terry Wu, PhD, chief physicist. Free cancer screenings in Shreveport and Bossier City Three of the publications appeared in the prestigious Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics (JACMP), an essential resource for clinical medical physics. A fourth was published in Practical Radiation Oncology (PRO), underscoring the team's international impact. Willis Knighton's Cancer Center treatment's key achievements include: Improved brain tumor treatments: The study on cranial SRS developed protocols that enhance healthy tissue sparing and significantly reduce treatment time for patients with multiple brain metastases. Enhanced spine SBRT techniques: An eight-year review highlighted the efficacy of immobilization tools, setting a global standard for spine tumor treatment safety and precision. Long-term machine performance: A five-year evaluation of Willis Knighton Cancer Center's linear accelerator ensured continued machine accuracy through rigorous quality assurance. Advancements in lung SBRT: A study on patient positioning reduced uncertainties in lung tumor treatments, contributing to superior clinical outcomes. Walter's work was also presented at the 2024 ASTRO Annual Conference in Washington, D.C., further establishing Willis Knighton Cancer Center as a leader in radiation oncology. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
