Submit your abstract to #ASTRO25, Last chance to purchase AM24 onDemand, Red Journal call for papers
January 22, 2025
| ASTRO 2025 – Help shape the future by submitting an abstract! | |
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You are invited to share your groundbreaking research and innovations with the radiation oncology community. Submitting an abstract allows you to showcase your work with a global audience and engage with experts in the field. Start your submission today and be part of the conversation that will drive the next wave of advancements in cancer treatment. Review the guidelines and submit by Tuesday, February 25. Then get ready to join us at the ASTRO Annual Meeting being held in San Francisco. In recognition of enhanced programming being offered on Saturday, the official meeting start date is now September 27. |
| Last chance to purchase the 2024 ASTRO Annual Meeting onDemand |
| The Annual Meeting onDemand provides 180+ hours of timely education and scientific sessions from the 2024 ASTRO Annual Meeting. With the Meeting onDemand, you can access the recordings and claim AMA PRA Category 1TM CME credits through June 1, 2025. Purchase the Meeting onDemand now through January 31. If you registered for the 2024 Annual Meeting Full Conference, onDemand is included and can be accessed in the Annual Meeting Portal. |
| ROECSG and ASTRO Spring Symposium in May |
| ASTRO and the Radiation Oncology Education Collaborative Study Group (ROECSG) will host the Annual Spring Symposium on Friday, May 16, in Houston. This year’s theme is “Radiation Oncology Education as a Driver of Patient-Centered Care.” Submit your abstract today and register to attend. Accepted abstracts will be published electronically in the International Journal of Radiation Oncology · Biology · Physics. |
| Red Journal call for papers: SBRT – From Clinical Trials to Your Clinic |
| The Red Journal is announcing a new special issue focused on data from SBRT trials that informs clinical practice. The journal is interested in papers that are important for growing the evidence base for SBRT; the clinical implementation of SBRT; and technical or biological innovations in SBRT. Review the full details on the call and submit your manuscript to be considered for the special issue by June 30. |
| Mark your calendar: Advocacy Day registration will open February 20 |
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| Save the date for Advocacy Day 2025 in Washington, DC: Monday, May 19 and Tuesday, May 20! ASTRO is eager to welcome you back to another exciting in-person Advocacy Day this May.
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What’s next?
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| MedPAC recommends tying MPFS update to MEI |
| For 2026, the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) is recommending that Congress replaces current law updates to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) rates with a single update equal to the projected increase in the Medicare Economic Index minus 1%. The Commission also recommends that safety net add-on payments be issued for services delivered to low-income Medicare beneficiaries. For more information, see What’s Happening in Washington. |
| ASTRO-BCRF Radiation Oncology Visiting Away Rotations for medical students |
| Applications are open for the ASTRO-BCRF Radiation Oncology Visiting Away Rotations. The award provides financial support to talented medical students from communities underrepresented in medicine to participate in four-week clinical or research rotations. Any medical student who demonstrates an interest in radiation oncology can apply; preference will be given to medical students in their third or fourth year. Help us spread the word to your medical students! Applications are open year-round but early application is encouraged. |
| Unlock your research potential with the ASTRO-LUNGevity Residents/Fellows in Radiation Oncology Seed Grant |
| This prestigious $50,000 one-year award is designed to support residents and fellows pursuing groundbreaking research in radiation oncology related to lung cancer. Whether your focus is basic, translational or clinical research, this grant provides the resources to advance your career and make a lasting impact on patient care. Apply by March 10 and take the next step in shaping the future of lung cancer treatment. |
| Reminder! Whole Breast Irradiation Guideline Task Force accepting applications |
| ASTRO is initiating a task force to develop a replacement guideline on Whole Breast Irradiation. Interested members may apply for consideration by February 5. Please forward this information to any colleagues who may be interested. |
