Mercy George

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Mercy George is a clinical researcher whose work centers on the management of vestibular schwannomas (VS) and the comparative efficacy of stereotactic radiosurgery versus microsurgery. Her most cited contribution, a 2017 letter in *Neurosurgery* titled "Cystic Vestibular Schwannomas Respond Best to Radiosurgery," directly addresses a long-standing clinical dilemma: whether cystic VSs—which often behave more aggressively—are better treated with radiation or surgery. In this work, George synthesizes two decades of clinical reflection to argue that radiosurgery offers superior tumor control with lower morbidity for cystic lesions, a finding that has influenced treatment protocols and sparked further debate in the field. Though her publication record is focused, this single letter has accumulated 5 citations, reflecting its targeted impact on subspecialty practice. George’s contribution is notable for its clarity in resolving a nuanced clinical question, making her a voice in the evolving conversation around minimally invasive neurosurgical approaches. Her work underscores the importance of evidence-based decision-making in neuro-oncology, particularly for patients with complex tumor morphologies.