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October 28, 2026
| ASTRO publishes updated guideline on radiation therapy for localized prostate cancer |
| ASTRO’s updated guideline recommends moderate hypofractionation over conventional fractionation for patients across all risk groups. SBRT is now strongly recommended for patients with intermediate-risk disease and those with low-risk disease who decline active surveillance, a change from the conditional recommendation in 2018. See ASTRO’s news release for a detailed summary and read the guideline in Practical Radiation Oncology. |
| Comment by November 16 on draft low-dose RT guideline |
| ASTRO requests feedback on the first draft consensus guideline on low-dose radiation therapy for osteoarthritis, tendinopathy and enthesopathy. Review and submit comments by Monday, November 16, or via the webform. |
| November 2 deadline to claim ASTRO 2026 CME |
| Attended ASTRO 2026 in Boston? Claim your continuing education credits by Monday, November 2. Log in to the ASTRO Academy, go to My Activities → Pending Activities and open your 2026 ASTRO Annual Meeting Credit Evaluation to complete the process. Email eLearning with any questions. |
| Lowest rates end October 30 for 2027 Head and Neck Symposium | |
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Move as fast as the science at the 2027 Multidisciplinary Head and Neck Symposium, now held annually. This new yearly format gives you a regular opportunity to keep up with the latest advances, exchange ideas with colleagues and stay connected to the field. |
| Early-bird discount registration closes October 30. Act now and get our lowest registration rates. | |
| 2026 Coding and Coverage Seminar |
| Reserve your seat for the 2026 Coding and Coverage Seminar held on Saturday, December 5. Get ready for 2027 with updates on coding, coverage and payment policies, updated delivery codes and ASTRO’s advocacy efforts around current reimbursement challenges. Registration includes both the electronic and print versions of the 2027 ASTRO Coding Resource. |
| Abstract reviewers needed for the 2027 ASTRO Annual Meeting |
| ASTRO is seeking volunteers to review abstract submissions for the 2027 ASTRO Annual Meeting Scientific Program. Reviewers may volunteer for up to two tracks from among 22 specialty areas. Sign up by November 30. If selected, reviewers should be available in March to conduct their reviews. |
| Early-bird rates end November 6 for the 2027 RPT Symposium | |
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Join us for two focused days of multidisciplinary education, collaboration, clinical advancements and connection. Hear insights from experts across specialties and take new insights back to your practice. Register by November 6 for early-bird rates. |
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| Join today’s Annual Business Meeting at 6:00 p.m. Eastern time |
| Voting members are invited to hear directly from ASTRO leadership about the 2026 year in review and strategic planning for the year ahead! Register to attend! |
| ASTRO’s next Functional Radiation Medicine Grand Rounds: Exploring STAR |
| Join us tomorrow, October 29 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Eastern time, for a Grand Rounds webinar exploring stereotactic arrhythmia radioablation (STAR). Radiation oncologists Kenneth Merrell, MD, Clifford Robinson, MD, and cardiac electrophysiologist, Phillip Cuculich, MD will discuss the background, clinical outcomes and implementation considerations for STAR. Register to learn about this innovative approach to treating cardiac arrhythmias with radiation therapy. |
| ASTRO raises reimbursement concerns with Aetna and Cigna |
| ASTRO sent letters to Aetna and Cigna urging the implementation of the radiation therapy coding and reimbursement changes that took effect January 1, 2026. Providers continue to report claim denials, payment delays and administrative burdens tied to outdated reimbursement systems. Read What’s Happening in Washington for more information. |
| WATCH: ASTRO PAC Insider midterms preview |
| ASTRO PAC hosted its inaugural Insider Series webinar earlier this month, previewing the 2026 midterm elections and what they mean for radiation oncology. The webinar also provided members with an update on what ASTRO PAC is doing to help advocate for the specialty. A recording is available (member login required). |
| ASTRO-LUNGevity seed grant recipient named a 2026 STAT Wunderkind |
| Congratulations to Adam Grippin, MD, PhD, a 2025 ASTRO-LUNGevity seed grant recipient, on being named a 2026 STAT Wunderkind. His ASTRO-LUNGevity-funded research explores combining mRNA vaccines, radiation therapy and immunotherapy for non-small cell lung cancer. |
| APEx welcomes new facilities |
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Congratulations to the following facilities for achieving accreditation through ASTRO’s APEx – Accreditation Program for Excellence®:
And congratulations to the following facilities for achieving reaccreditation through APEx:
Lastly, congratulations to the following facility for achieving RPT accreditation through APEx:
The APEx process provides a transparent, measurable, evidence- and consensus-based review of compliance with standards that emphasize a radiation oncology practice’s commitment to safety and quality. Contact ASTRO staff to learn why APEx is the right choice to accredit your radiation oncology practice. |
