Medical Students

The ASTRO Annual Meeting hosts Medical Students through various programs and activities. Below are some of the opportunities available during the meeting in Boston.

Saturday, September 26

Medical Student Workshop

12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Location: Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center



Welcome to the Medical Student Workshop

What is Radiation Oncology? — The Life of a Resident

Shaping Your Path: Academic and Extracurricular Excellence in RadOnc Panel

ERAS, Interviews, Rank Lists and Beyond! (Panel)

Intern Year and Transitioning to RadOnc Residency w/Q&A

BONUS: All medical students are invited to join the remaining ARRO Day sessions.

Sunday, September 27, 2026

Speed Mentoring - Medical Student Session

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Early Career and Mentoring Lounge, Room 155, Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center

Designed specifically for medical students, this fast-paced session offers a unique opportunity to explore the field of radiation oncology through rapid, small-group conversations with residents and early- to mid-career radiation oncologists. Participants will gain candid, practical insights on the topics that matter most—residency training, research years, away rotations, signaling, interviews and navigating the application process. In just one hour, hear multiple perspectives, ask your questions and walk away with a clearer understanding of the field and your next steps.

Table topics will be announced in June.



Aspiring Scientists and Physician

11:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center

The Aspiring Scientists and Physicians Program offers high school, undergraduate and medical students the opportunity to learn about the radiation oncology field. This event is comprised of interactive panel discussions in which students meet radiation oncology faculty, residency program directors, medical physicists, residents and peers who are on a similar journey, providing many opportunities for mentorship.

The workshop is free to any students registered for the Annual Meeting a seperate registration required. The deadline to register for the workshop is Friday, September 11.


American Society for Radiation Oncology
251 18th Street South, 8th Floor
Arlington, VA 22202
Telephone: 703-502-1550
www.astro.org

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