Mastering Your Residency Program
Navigating Studying Resources for Clinical Mastery in Radiation Oncology (How to Learn Clinical)
This session equips radiation oncology residents with practical, time-efficient approaches to mastering clinical knowledge amid evolving practice demands. The discussion is designed to help residents develop sustainable habits that balance depth of understanding with efficiency, while preparing them to thrive in an AI-augmented radiation oncology environment.
Key topics include:
- Curating high-yield resources and structured learning pathways for building strong clinical intuition.
- Leveraging AI-powered tools to accelerate learning.
- Adapting to the modern clinic where patients increasingly arrive with AI-generated data, including strategies for critical appraisal, integration into shared decision-making, and maintaining clinical judgment.
Moderators: Alexis Narvaez-Rojas, MD, and Eliane Garlock, MD
Navigating Rotations, Mentorship and Research
ARRO and the Association of Radiation Oncology Program Administrators (AROPA) hosted the first episode of the new webinar series: "Mastering Your Residency Program".
This session was designed for radiation oncology residents seeking to better understand their program’s structure and discover opportunities for growth. Featuring an expert panel of a program director and GME coordinators , this discussion focused on valuable guidance on navigating rotations and electives, engaging with faculty mentors, approaching research projects, and setting effective short- and long-term goals. Watch below for key strategies to make the most of your training experience.
Speakers: Emma Fields, MD; Denise De La Cruz, and Marlene KromchadModerators: Alexis Narvaez-Rojas, MD, and Eliane Garlock, MD
