Don’t miss 2026 RPT Symposium, ROCR picks up additional sponsors, Re-envisioning the ROI
October 15, 2025
| 2025-2026 ASTRO Board of Directors inducted |
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| On the Tuesday of ASTRO 2025, the incoming members of the Board of Directors were officially inducted and their terms in office began. Meet your ASTRO 2025-2026 Board members. |
| 2026 MRPTS: Register by October 31 and save $100 on your registration |
| Get ready for something brand new and truly groundbreaking — ASTRO proudly presents the Multidisciplinary Radiopharmaceutical Therapy Symposium (MRPTS), taking place February 17-18 in sunny Palm Desert, California! This two-day, high-energy event brings together top experts and passionate professionals to explore the rapidly evolving world of radiopharmaceutical therapy — from exciting start-ups to cutting-edge clinical applications. Whether you're just getting started or deep into implementation, this meeting is designed to inspire, educate and connect. Register by October 31 for the best rate! |
| Webinar series starts today — RT for Nonmalignant Conditions |
| This three-part webinar series, Radiation Therapy for Nonmalignant Conditions: Challenges and Updates, explores the evolving role of radiation therapy in managing nonmalignant conditions, addressing current challenges, emerging evidence and specialized applications in clinical practice. The series begins today at 12:00 p.m. Eastern time with Pearls and Pitfalls in Nonmalignant Radiation Therapy: Challenging Case Presentations. If you miss it, don’t worry! When you register for the series, you receive onDemand access and can watch or rewatch the sessions. The second webinar on osteoarthritis takes place at 1:00 p.m. Eastern time, on October 21. Register now. Members and members-in-training receive discounted rates! |
| ASTRO 2025 CME reminders |
| Attention physicians! You must claim CME credit for the live meeting (in-person/virtual) by November 3. If you miss that deadline, credits are also available for the Meeting onDemand (recordings) in a separate evaluation until June 1, 2026.
For physicists, MPCEC/CAMPEP credits are available for the live meeting (in-person/virtual) and must be claimed by November 3. For dosimetrists, MDCB credits are only available for the in-person meeting and must be claimed by November 3. View the details on ASTRO Academy. |
| Bring the top-rated abstracts from the ASTRO Annual Meeting to your community |
| International organizations can now license the Best of ASTRO content and host live or virtual meetings in their own country! Share top-rated abstracts from the ASTRO Annual Meeting, foster local discussion, and expand access to the latest in radiation oncology. Apply by November 1 to waive the application fee. All applications are due by March 31, 2026. Don’t miss this opportunity to bring premier scientific studies and networking to your local community! Learn more and apply today. |
| ROCR picks up more bipartisan cosponsors |
| Despite a government shutdown, ROCR continues to gain momentum thanks to three new cosponsors in Representative Dan Crenshaw (R-TX), Representative Kevin Mullin (D-CA), and Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK). Both Representative Crenshaw and Representative Mullin serve on the key House Energy and Commerce Committee while Senator Sullivan’s support comes after key contacts from Alaska-based radiation oncologists. See more at What’s Happening in Washington. |
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ASTRO Government Relations Resident Fellow selected We are excited to announce that Eliane Garlock, DO, a resident in the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Health System in Richmond, Virginia, was selected as ASTRO’s 2026 Government Relations Resident Fellow. Dr. Garlock will shadow ASTRO’s Advocacy staff throughout the year, participating in advocacy meetings and functions, including committee meetings. |
| U.S. government shutdown continues and RIFs begin |
| The U.S. federal government remains closed a third week with negotiations still gridlocked. Over the weekend the White House signaled that the administration will find a way to fund certain government programs while laying off thousands of government workers, including at HHS and CDC. Please visit What’s Happening in Washington for more details. |
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New on the Blog: Re-Envisioning the Radiation Oncology Institute (ROI) Gita Suneja, MD, MS, FASTRO, President, Board of Trustees, ROI, shares her excitement for the re-envisioned ROI, as a unified foundation driving innovation in radiation medicine and patient resources. Learn more about how ROI invests in the transformative power of research and bolsters progress for the field of radiation oncology. Dr. Suneja shares insights on what factors compelled the re-envisioning, and reviews what changes to expect with the public launch anticipated for January 2026. Read more. |
| APEx welcomes new facilities | |
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Congratulations to the following facilities for achieving accreditation through ASTRO’s APEx - Accreditation Program for Excellence®:
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And, congratulations to the following facilities for achieving reaccreditation through APEx:
View a list of accredited facilities and contact ASTRO staff to learn about the options for accreditation! |
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