Radiopharmaceuticals Roundtable, Journals reviewers rewards, Refresher onDemand

April 23, 2025

RPT roundtable convenes for third session

Yesterday, ASTRO hosted the third Radiopharmaceutical Therapy Roundtable with attendees representing 15 industry partners, SNMMI, the FNIH and ASTRO leaders and members. Industry Roundtable members take turns organizing the meeting. Thank you to Bayer and Voximetry for coordinating yesterday’s agenda which led to robust discussion on personalized dosing, practical guidance for radiation oncology facilities and the role of radiation oncology in clinical trials. Watch for more information about ASTRO RPT initiatives in the future including a multidisciplinary symposium that will take place next February.

 

New On Target Podcast! Side Effects of Radiation Therapy for H&N Cancer

As we wrap up Head and Neck Cancer Awareness month, ASTRO has released an additional head and neck cancer related patient-focused podcast on the RTAnswers – On Target podcast show. In this episode, radiation oncologists Niema Razavian, MD, from Moffit Cancer Center and Ryan Hughes, MD, from Wake Forest University School of Medicine, discuss side effects of radiation therapy for head and neck cancers, when these side effects start and how long they last, and how patients can work with their treatment team to combat them. On Target is available to download on Apple iTunes and Spotify and to stream on www.astro.org/podcasts. Have a listen and encourage your patients to check it out!

 

One day left to apply! ASTRO-BCRF Annual Meeting Trainee Travel Awards

The ASTRO-BCRF Annual Meeting Trainee Travel Awards provide funding to support trainee participation in ASTRO’s Annual Meeting. Students and residents are encouraged to apply for this award designed to help trainees gain career building skills and engage in education, networking and mentoring events at the Annual Meeting. Review the ASTRO-BCRF Trainee Travel Awards application criteria and submit your application by tomorrow, April 24.

 

Explore volunteer opportunities with ASTRO, apply by May 2

Visit the Call for Committee Volunteers online to explore committees and subcommittees that are accepting volunteers. You may then select up to two committees in order of preference. The committee volunteer process is open until May 2. Volunteers who are selected to serve will be notified no later than August 1, 2025. Follow this Roadmap to Committee Service for important dates throughout the process.

 

Earn rewards for reviewing journal submissions

Did you know that each journal review you complete is an opportunity to earn FASTRO points, CME/CAMPEP credit and more? Browse ASTRO’s reviewer recognition programs, and contact the editorial office with any questions. Editorial board members are invited from the most dedicated reviewers!

 

2025 Annual Refresher onDemand now available for purchase!

The 2025 ASTRO Annual Refresher Course onDemand is available for purchase in the ASTRO Academy, featuring a comprehensive review of the latest treatment methods for the major disease sites with a look at the emerging trends and technologies. It includes over 24 hours of educational content, and the option to earn up to 24.25 AMA PRA Category 1™ CME credits. onDemand also includes special sessions on pediatrics and vaginal and vulvar cancers. You can review the content for two years post-course. Learn more and purchase now!

 

Financial literacy webinar series kicks off April 29

Join ACRO, ARS and ASTRO for the first in a series of webinars on financial principles specifically for radiation oncologists. Nicholas Zaorsky, MD, and Austin Sim, MD, JD, will discuss their suggested strategies for planning for your financial future. This is a not-to-miss session, especially for early career and residents! Register for the series.

 

Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) proposed rule released

CMS released the FY 2026 IPPS proposed rule, which includes a 2.4% payment update for eligible hospitals. The IPPS proposed rule often signals important policy shifts that may also appear in the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) and Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (HOPPS) this summer. Read What’s Happening in Washington for more details.