August 2026 ARRO Announcements: Global Health Webinars, ASTRO 2026 registration deadlines + more
August 6, 2026
| Upcoming ARRO Global Health Webinar |
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| Join the September 7 webinar hosted by the ARRO Global Health Subcommittee discussing cancer epidemiology and global oncology systems. Register using the QR code above.
💻 Register to join the webinar |
| ARRO Oral Board Study Groups |
| Preparing for Radiation Oncology Oral Boards? ARRO Oral Board Study Groups will be launching this fall to help residents prepare through structured, case-based practice with peers and faculty. Whether you're just beginning your preparation or looking to refine your approach, these groups are designed to build confidence with the oral examination format in a collaborative environment.
More information on group structure, registration, and participation opportunities will be shared soon. Stay tuned, and we encourage all eligible residents to participate. |
| ARRO-Help Ukraine Group (HUG) Collaboration Opportunities |
| Following a webinar earlier this summer, several opportunities are still available for residents and faculty interested in contributing to global oncology efforts in Ukraine. Available Resources:
If you are interested in participating in research collaborations or mentorship opportunities, please reach out to Global Health Subcommittee leads Ahmed Nawwar and Tugce Kutuk or Dr. Yulia Lozko and Dr. Nataliya Kovalchuk. |
| ARRO Day and ASTRO 2026 — secure lower registration rates before August 13! |
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| The countdown is on for ASTRO 2026 and ARRO Day! We hope you will join us in Boston starting on Saturday, September 26, for ARRO's full day of programming plus the ASTRO Welcome Kickoff on Saturday night (ARRO members get free admission). The panels and speakers planned for ARRO Day are grounded in the real questions, challenges and opportunities shaping training in radiation oncology. Speakers are being confirmed, see who we have locked in so far, including our Keynote, Fumiko Chino, MD.
Act soon to receive the advance discounted rate when you register by August 13. Prices increase on August 14. |
| Interested in advocacy and policy? Apply now for ASTRO's 2027 Government Relations Fellowship | |
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Do you get excited about health policy and congressional advocacy? Apply to become ASTRO's next Government Relations (GR) fellow! You will participate directly in advocacy meetings with members of Congress and receive an Emerging Advocacy Grassroots Leader award for travel to Advocacy Day. |
| Just Graduated? Take advantage of ASTRO's discounted membership rates |
| Congratulations to our recent graduates! Make sure you stay connected with ASTRO as you step into the next stage of your career. ASTRO is celebrating new graduates with a special offer: join after residency for $69 for the rest of 2026, with significant member discounts through 2028. Membership gives you access to journals, educational resources, networking, leadership opportunities and the broader professional community that will support you long after training. Join before December 31, 2026, and start your career with ASTRO in your corner.
And...calling all graduating residents! Virtual graduation celebration All graduating residents are invited to join a virtual celebration with Executive ASTRO leadership. The event will be held at 8:00 p.m. Eastern / 5:00 p.m. Pacific on Wednesday, August 12. Please contact the Membership Department if you are graduating and have not yet received an invitation. Register to join the celebration! |
| New ARRO ROCK Resource |
| ARRO's Radiation Oncology On-Call Handbook (ROCK) was launched in 2025 to help residents develop frameworks for approaching on-call emergencies and urgencies. These one-pagers are meant for educational purposes only. Please send any comments/feedback via email to ARRO.
➡️ Thoracic Urgencies - Esophagitis (PDF) - Arthur et al. |
| And more education @ The Resource Corner! | |
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This month's featured educational resource is RadOnc Talks! Here you can find excellent lectures designed by Dr. Ria Kraft for residents and medical student learners, where high yield and evidence-based information are outlined based on disease site. There is also a series of mock oral cases! |
| Remember to follow ARRO on Social Media! |
| ARRO provides resident input into professional organizations, disseminates information, and fosters communication among residents. Follow us!
🅾 Instagram (arro_org) Direct Messaging on both Instagram and X is the fastest way to reach us. |
| Connect with ARRO and ASTRO Leadership on ROhub ARRO Community |
| Looking for an easy and direct way to connect with ASTRO leadership with questions and issues important to you? Join the conversation with ASTRO Board members, including Neha Vapiwala, MD, FASTRO; Sameer Keole, MD, FASTRO; and Howard Sandler, MD, MS, FASTRO. Introduce yourself and feel free to pose any questions you have about the field. Navigate to ROhub and select My Communities or visit the community directly. |
