Annie Li: Monitoring Sarcomas with Novel Radiation Sparing Technologies

Dr. Annie Li’s talk focuses on the advancements in radiation therapy for sarcoma patients. She discusses innovative technologies designed to minimize radiation exposure to surrounding healthy tissues while effectively targeting sarcoma tumors. These advancements aim to improve treatment outcomes, reduce side effects, and enhance patient quality of life by optimizing radiation delivery techniques. The talk highlights the importance of these cutting-edge approaches in the ongoing effort to treat and manage sarcomas more safely and effectively.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

By the end of this lecture, participants will be able to:

• Describe current challenges in imaging and monitoring sarcomas, particularly in minimizing cumulative radiation exposure.

• Explain the principles and clinical applications of novel radiation-sparing technologies, such as MRI, ultrasound, and molecular imaging techniques.

• Discuss how these advanced modalities can improve longitudinal monitoring, treatment planning, and patient safety in sarcoma care.