Speed Mentoring is back this year, offering an exciting opportunity for registrants to connect with leaders in the field, gain valuable insights and build lasting professional networks. Whether you're seeking career guidance, inspiration or simply meaningful connections, this event is designed to be a transformative experience for you.
Save the Date
Mark your calendar for ASTRO’s signature mentoring event:
Location: Early Career and Mentoring Lounge, Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center, Boston
Dates subject to change.
Stay tuned for more details on session timings and mentor panel.
Who Can Participate?
Open to ALL meeting registrants eager to learn, connect and grow with the help of ASTRO's esteemed mentors. Special sessions for medical students and those with international interests will be available.
Why Attend?
Mentoring is a proven catalyst for professional and personal growth. Discover the incredible benefits of dynamic, real-time engagement with experts in the field.
What’s the Format?
- Dive into round robin group mentoring sessions with ASTRO's diverse panel of experts.
- Move between topic tables at the ring of a bell – creating a fast-paced, engaging atmosphere full of opportunities.
Admission
No tickets or sign-ups are required! Simply bring your curiosity and enthusiasm to this open-for-all event.
Topics and Mentors
Gain insights from field leaders covering a variety of hot topics below for each of the sessions. Stay tuned for the full lineup of mentors. Meanwhile, explore last year’s engaging sessions.
A Career in Radiation Oncology: Things to Consider
Cynthia Anderson, MD
Ahmed Nawwar, MD, MPH
Away Rotations and Research Years: Strategic Decisions for Success
Nima Nabavizadeh, MD
Tugce Kutuk, MD
Program Signaling and Interview Success
Albert Attia, MD
Mary Mahoney, MD
Navigating the Application Process and Match Timeline
Steve Braunstein, MD, PhD
Marshall Harrell, MD
Building a Resume vs. Building Skills
Austin Sim, MD, JD
Shane Neibart, MD, MS
What to Expect in Radiation Oncology Residency
Lisa McGee, MD
Jenna Kocsis, MD
From Innovation to Implementation: Leading Technology Adoption in the Clinic
David J. Carlson, PhD, FASTRO
Yevgeniy Vinogradskiy, PhD
Climbing the Ladder: Promotions, Career Growth and Job Market Navigation
Hania Al-Hallaq, PhD
Rongxiao Zhang, PhD
Systems Thinking and Change Management in a Rapidly Evolving Field
Ping Xia, PhD
Yu Kuang, PhD, DABR
Balancing Clinical Practice and Research: Strategies for Success
Dandan Zheng, PhD
Indrin Chetty, PhD, MS, FASTRO
Negotiating with Confidence: Securing the Offer You Deserve
Tianyu Zhao, PhD
William Neil Duggar, PhD
Building Your Mentorship Team: A Strategic Approach to Career Growth
Jay Burmeister, PhD, FASTRO
Michael J. Price, PhD, MS, DABR
Looking for guidance on building a radiation oncology career across borders? Join us for a special international mentoring session that begins with a 20-minute overview of key topics affecting international physicians and scientists, including U.S. rotations, the ABR Alternate Pathway, international research collaborations and opening NCI trials outside the United States.
After the presentation, the conversation continues with speed mentoring. Every 15 minutes, mentoring topics will rotate, giving you the opportunity to connect with multiple mentors, ask questions and gain insights from experts with diverse international experiences.
Getting Started in Research, Finding Mentors
Rachel Jimenez, MD, FASTRO
Zachary Morris, MD, PhD
Building Clinical Collaborations across Borders
Junzo Chino, MD, FASTRO
Surbhi Grover, MD, MPH
Clinical Rotations for International Physicians
Alexandra Diaz, MD, MS
Tamer Refaat, MD, PhD, MS
The Impact of AI on Cancer Care in Resource-Limited Settings
Gustavo Sarria, MD
Karina Nieto, MD, MBA
Building Research Collaborations across Borders
Anuja Jhingran, MD, FASTRO
Eric Miller, MD, PhD
