Presented by Kati McCord, PhD
Prisma Health Cancer Institute

The planning techniques used for Trigeminal Neuralgia stereotactic radiosurgery have evolved with the advancement of linear accelerators and continue to change with emerging technologies. Due to these changes, an analysis of the most commonly published treatment planning methods was completed to evaluate their differences and similarities. Qualitative and quantitative analyses were performed and presented.

Learner Outcomes:

1. Explain the dosimetric differences between stereotactic radiosurgery and conventional radiotherapy
2. Explain the functionality of the trigeminal nerve and how Trigeminal Neuralgia affects patients
3. Identify the most common treatment techniques used to plan Trigeminal Neuralgia SRS
4. Discuss the qualitative and quantitative differences between various treatment planning techniques for Trigeminal Neuralgia SRS

Educational Level: Intermediate

Presenter:
Kati McCord, PhD, is a board-certified (DABR) Medical Physicist and Radiation Safety Officer at Prisma Health Cancer Institute with over a decade of clinical experience leading quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and clinical optimization in radiation oncology. Her motivation is to consistently work toward improved patient care by enhancing safety and maintaining compliance with evolving standards. Kati is also an assistant professor at the University of South Carolina Medical School where her focus is on translational oncology research. Kati is committed to help shape the field of medical physics and create an environment for ongoing learning and excellent patient care standards.

ARRT CQR Credit Distribution
Radiation Therapy 2017:
   Procedures    
   Treatments = 0.5

Radiation Therapy 2022       
   Procedures    
   Treatments = 0.5