Dr. Alina Sturdza on why brachytherapy should remain essential to cervical cancer care

In this episode, Dr. Alina Sturdza, radiation oncologist at the Medical University of Vienna dives into the latest breakthroughs in gynecologic cancer care, discussing the impact of MRI-guided adaptive brachytherapy and how the landmark international EMBRACE studies transformed cervical cancer treatment, leading to better survival rates, fewer side effects and improved quality of life.

 

Driven by a deep commitment to patient education, Dr. Sturdza emphasizes the HPV vaccination as a vital tool in preventing cervical and related cancers in both women and men. She also highlights the importance of patient advocacy in accessing specialized care and staying informed. Tune in to this episode of Spilling the RT for an in-depth look at the clinical benefits of brachytherapy, as she shares her optimism for its evolving role and her inspiring dedication to mentoring the next generation of brachytherapists.

Creators and Guests

Host

Emily Basset

A former therapy radiographer and dosimetrist with extensive clinical experience in radiotherapy, Emily is the Director of Global Clinical Communications for Elekta, where she leverages her technical and clinical expertise.

Guest

Dr. Alina Sturdza

Alina Emiliana Sturdza, MD, FRCPC, is a radiation oncologist at the Medical University of Vienna and ESMO representative for the World Health Organization’s Cervical Cancer Elimination Initiative

What is Spilling the RT?

Spilling the RT is a podcast series from Elekta that features conversations around radiation therapy with clinical experts who are changing the game in radiation oncology. Each episode explores exciting research, technology or emerging trends with leaders who are not just advancing the field, but passionate about making a difference. Plus, we get personal – discovering what drives these individuals and how their journeys began.

Hosted and moderated by Elekta’s Global Clinical Communications Manager, Emily Basset, this series is your front-row seat to everything radiotherapy. Subscribe to Spilling the RT on Apple and Spotify or listen on Elekta’s YouTube channel.