Education Program

The Education Program will include all the educational sessions you are used to as well as the popular Presidential Symposium sessions, Keynote sessions, storytelling and the extended sessions which will dive deeper into a myriad of topics.

Keynote Speakers

These sessions feature a prominent speaker, sharing thought-provoking insights on relevant, broad topics. These presentations aim to inspire and engage attendees with new perspectives and ideas that include the field of health care and beyond. We invite you to learn more about our distinguished keynote speakers, Bobby Mukkamala, MD, and Bryant Lin, MD, MEng.

Presidential Symposium

This year's Presidential Symposium, led by ASTRO President Sameer Keole, MD, FASTRO, consists of four sessions that embody the meeting theme: Potential, Pitfalls and a Path Forward for Radiotherapy beyond Cancer; Coding Relief: Billing RT for Non Malignant Diseases; Central Nervous System; and Past, Present and Future of Stereotactic Arrhythmia Radiotherapy for Ventricular Tachycardia. Please visit the Annual Meeting Portal for more information.

Practical Radiation Oncology (PRO) Program

Tailored for community practitioners, the PRO Program delivers evidence-based, real-world guidance on managing diverse cancers. Sessions cover topics such as advanced gynecologic and breast cancer, brain tumor re-irradiation, liver and pancreatic malignancies, lymphomas, cSCCa, bone metastases, and more — along with insights on liquid biopsies and the economics of radiation oncology. Explore the sessions.

Extended Sessions

These in-depth sessions offer extended time for comprehensive presentations and interactive discussions on complex topics. Featured subjects include emerging indications for radiation in poly-metastatic cancers and the ASTRO/KCA joint session on stereotactic radiotherapy in renal cell cancer, with a focus on overcoming radioresistance and treatment hesitancy. Learn more about extended sessions.

Storytelling Sessions

These powerful sessions use storytelling to share personal and professional experiences in cancer care. Topics include delivering radiotherapy in conflict zones and addressing survivorship in adolescent and young adult cancer patients. Learn more about Storytelling.

Workshop Sessions

Workshops at the annual meeting offer focused, interactive sessions that explore critical topics in cancer care, professional development, and healthcare program implementation. From community patient navigation and grant writing to accreditation updates, workplace safety, and advanced therapeutic programs, these workshops provide practical insights and strategies for attendees across the oncology spectrum. Learn more about the Workshop Sessions!

Speaker Resources

These resources provide essential tools and information to help speakers prepare for their sessions. These include guidelines, technical support details and presentation tips to ensure a smooth and successful experience at the event. Learn more.

Call for Education Session Proposals

The 2026 ASTRO Annual Call for the Education Session Proposals will open in November 2025. Please refer to the information from the 2025 Annual Meeting Call for Education Session Proposals to learn more about the session proposal process and guidelines.


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