Keita Okamura
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Keita Okamura is a leading figure in medical physics, specializing in small-field dosimetry and advanced radiation therapy quality assurance. His work focuses on the precise calibration and application of plastic scintillation detectors, particularly for CyberKnife and stereotactic radiosurgery systems—critical for delivering high-dose radiation to tumors while sparing healthy tissue. Okamura’s most-cited paper, “Evaluation of calibration methods of Exradin W2 plastic scintillation detector for CyberKnife small-field dosimetry” (2022), has garnered 11 citations, establishing a benchmark for detector accuracy in challenging small-field geometries. His contributions address fundamental challenges in radiation measurement, including energy dependence, stem effect corrections, and detector robustness, directly improving clinical safety and treatment efficacy. Beyond this work, Okamura has advanced methodologies for beam characterization and quality assurance protocols, influencing both research and clinical practice. His rigorous experimental designs and clear, practical findings make his research indispensable for medical physicists and engineers developing next-generation radiotherapy systems. Okamura’s impact is evident in the growing adoption of his calibration techniques, underscoring his role in bridging detector physics and patient care.
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