Celebrating Dosimetrists, #ASTRO25 Clinical Trials & Plenary sessions, New courses on ASTRO Academy
August 20, 2025
| Today is National Medical Dosimetrist Day |
| In recognition of this day, we celebrate the contributions of dosimetrists and their important role on the radiation oncology clinical team. Take this opportunity to thank and celebrate your dosimetry colleagues! In honor of the day and to highlight patient safety efforts, RO-ILS has de-identified a “great catch” event in which a covering dosimetrist identified an underdosed area of the target.
Also, RO-ILS is hosting a Patient Safety Conversation Hour on World Patient Safety Day, September 17. Register to attend this interactive, educational forum open to all clinical staff. |
| Direct from the President’s Corner |
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| In his latest installment of the President’s Corner series, ASTRO President Sameer Keole, MD, FASTRO, previews some of the innovative sessions planned for ASTRO 2025 in San Francisco. He also shares his thoughts on why he chose the theme, "Rediscovering Radiation Medicine and Exploring New indications," and why he feels radiation medicine physicians are well-positioned for the future. Watch his video and make your plans to join us September 27 – October 1! |
| ASTRO 2025: Clinical Trials and Plenary sessions are set |
| We’ve recently finalized the slate of studies for the Clinical Trials and Plenary sessions, which showcase the most impactful research, highlight cutting-edge advancements, and offer insights into practice-changing findings. Add these sessions to your Annual Meeting schedule! |
| ASTRO 2025 housing deadline September 4 |
| ASTRO has contracted with San Francisco hotels to provide Annual Meeting attendees the best possible rates. The deadline to make hotel reservations at the negotiated rates is September 4, 2025. Hotel reservations received after September 4, will be processed on a space available basis and may be subject to higher rates. Act now to secure your top hotel choice. |
| New ASTRO Academy Course on CT-guided Adaptive Radiation |
| Learn from experts in the field about best-practice approaches to implement CT-guided adaptive RT and optimize workflows and communication. Directed and moderated by Jyoti Mayadev, MD, FASTRO, How to Implement CT-guided Adaptive Radiation in Your Clinic: Practical Lessons and Streamlined Approaches Learned From Clinical Trials is now available in the ASTRO Academy. For more on adaptive radiotherapy, you can also join Dr. Mayadev for EDU 26 at the 2025 ASTRO Annual Meeting. |
| Reminder to residents! 2026 Government Relations Fellowship applications due August 22 |
| Are you a radiation oncology resident interested in congressional advocacy and government relations? If so, ASTRO’s Government Relations (GR) Fellow program is for you! The GR Fellow will participate in advocacy meetings, including meetings with members of Congress or their staff. The GR Fellow will also receive an Emerging Advocacy Grassroots Leader award for travel to Advocacy Day. Apply by August 22. |
| White House aims to centralize control over grants |
| On August 7, President Donald Trump issued an executive order placing authority over grant funding decisions and priorities with presidential appointees instead of career civil servants. The new policy is expected to be challenged in court and has the potential to impact billions of dollars’ worth of federal grants. See more at What’s Happening in Washington. |
| ASTRO Ambassadors spotlight |
| ASTRO is pleased to welcome RaySearch Laboratories, Sun Nuclear, a Mirion Medical Company, and United Imaging as new corporate Ambassadors. The Corporate Ambassador program is in its 23rd year and is one of the most unique and prestigious year-round corporate involvement opportunities. Branded as ASTRO’s VIP corporate program, our Corporate Ambassadors are recognized year-round in a variety of mediums. Nowhere is that sponsorship more focused than at the Annual Meeting. When asked, nearly 70% of attending ASTRO members said they were widely aware of ASTRO’s industry sponsors! Learn more! |
