ASTRO

This page includes the latest news from the American Society of Radiation Oncology (ASTRO), including news and video coverage from the society's annual meeting. ASTRO is the premier radiation oncology society in the world, with more than 10,000 members who are physicians, nurses, biologist, physicists, radiation therapists, dosimetrists and other healthcare professionals who specialize in treating patients with radiation therapy. 

POSLUMA (flotufolastat F 18) PET/CT image showing uptake in the prostate gland, consistent with primary prostate cancer.
News | Radiopharmaceuticals and Tracers
Blue Earth Diagnostics Announces Agreement with Siemens Healthineers to Share PET Imaging Agent POSLUMA (Flotufolastat F 18) Clinical Data to Support AI-based Algorithms Development

May 8, 2024 — Blue Earth Diagnostics, a Bracco company and recognized leader in the development and commercialization of ...

Time May 08, 2024
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Addressing actionable insights into opportunities, challenges, legal and regulatory issues, an expert panel offers essential considerations for radiation oncologists using artificial intelligence in clinical practice
Feature | Radiation Oncology | By Christine Book
Practical Considerations for the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Radiation Oncology

Appreciating the considerable advances in the clinical application of artificial intelligence (AI) within healthcare ...

Time March 06, 2024
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The largest professional societies representing radiation oncology physicians in the United States announced a partnership with the goal of reforming radiation oncology Medicare payments to expand and enhance access to high quality care for people with cancer.
News | Radiation Oncology
Radiation Oncology Physician Groups Unite to Ensure Patient Access to Cancer Care

January 30, 2024 — The largest professional societies representing radiation oncology physicians in the United States ...

Time January 30, 2024
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Laura Thevenot
News | ASTRO
American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) CEO Laura Thevenot Announces 2024 Retirement

January 9, 2024 — The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) announced that CEO Laura Thevenot plans to retire ...

Time January 09, 2024
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Take a look at the news making top headlines during the month of November on itnonline.com
Feature | Radiology Business | By Melinda Taschetta-Millane
The Top 10 of November

During the month of November, many industry professionals were busy preparing for the Radiological Society of North ...

Time December 05, 2023
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Expert task force replaces 2017 guidance following publication of multiple large, randomized trials finding comparable outcomes with partial breast and whole breast radiation
News | Breast Imaging
ASTRO Issues Patient-centered Clinical Guideline on Partial Breast Irradiation for Early-stage Invasive Breast Cancer and DCIS

November 20, 2023 — The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) issued a clinical guideline on partial breast ...

Time November 20, 2023
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ASTRO recently issued the following statement on the Nov. 2 2024 Medicare PFS final rule, which includes an additional 2% cut for radiation therapy
News | ASTRO
Medicare Physician Payment Final Rule Cements More Cuts to Radiation Oncology, Underscores Need for Legislative Fix

November 3, 2023 —The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) issued the following statement from Jeff M ...

Time November 03, 2023
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A discussion with ASTRO’s leader on improvements in diagnostic imaging, progress in personalized patient care, and advice for early career radiation oncologists
Feature | Radiation Oncology | By Christine Book
Leadership Spotlight: ASTRO President Discusses Top Priorities, Key Advancements in Radiation Oncology

Howard Sandler, MD, FASTRO, Radiation Oncology Department Chair at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, took the helm as ...

Time November 03, 2023
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Dr. Michael Butkus is Co-medical Director and Head of Proton Physics at the Dwoskin Proton Center at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Feature | Proton Therapy | By Christine Book
One on One … with Michael Butkus, PhD

A University of Miami Radiation Oncology department summary noted: “In radiation oncology, the art of patient care meets ...

Time October 11, 2023
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Videos | Proton Therapy
VIDEO: Advancements in Proton Therapy

Tune in to ITN’s latest “One on One” video series with Michael Butkus, PhD, for insights into proton therapy ...

Time October 10, 2023
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John Steffens, VP of product management and marketing at CIVCO, unveiled the company’s new name and brand, CQ Medical, at #ASTRO23.
News | Radiology Business
CIVCO Radiotherapy and Qfix Launch CQ Medical Brand

October 9, 2023 — CIVCO Radiotherapy and Qfix announced the launch of a new brand, CQ Medical. This brand reflects the ...

Time October 09, 2023
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POSLUMA (flotufolastat F 18) PET/CT image showing uptake in the prostate gland, consistent with primary prostate cancer.
News | Radiopharmaceuticals and Tracers
Additional Results of POSLUMA (Flotufolastat F 18) Performance in Newly Diagnosed, High-risk Prostate Cancer Patients Presented at ASTRO

October 5, 2023 — Blue Earth Diagnostics, a Bracco company and recognized leader in the development and ...

Time October 05, 2023
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At the annual meeting of ASTRO, the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology, MSK Radiation Oncology Department Chair Dr. Simon Powell was honored with ASTRO’s highest honor, the Gold Medal Award.
News | Radiation Therapy
Advances from MSK Researchers Reported at 2023 ASTRO Meeting

October 5, 2023 — Researchers from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) were recognized for their achievements ...

Time October 05, 2023
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Mevion and RaySearch re-imagine novel solutions to advance the use of emerging proton therapy technologies
News | Proton Therapy
Mevion and RaySearch: A Synergy of Innovation Transforming Proton Therapy

October 3, 2023 — Mevion Medical Systems, the leading global provider of compact proton therapy solutions, and RaySearch ...

Time October 03, 2023
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Featuring presentations on novel combination therapies and analytical methods
News | Radiology Business
MD Anderson Research Highlights: ASTRO 2023 Special Edition

October 3, 2023 — The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Research Highlights showcases the latest ...

Time October 03, 2023
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News | ASTRO
Multi-Institutional Study Data Presented at ASTRO 2023 Builds Upon Growing Evidence of GammaTile for Patients with Brain Tumors

October 3, 2023 — Medical device company GT Medical Technologies, Inc. announced interim findings of a multi ...

Time October 03, 2023
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Study finds CT simulation scans may not always be needed for simple plans
News | Computed Tomography (CT)
Using Recent Diagnostic Scans Can Substantially Cut Time to Treatment for Patients Needing Urgent Palliation

October 3, 2023 — Using previously taken diagnostic computed tomography (CT) scans in place of CT simulation scans to ...

Time October 03, 2023
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Findings suggest levels of circulating tumor DNA are more important than the number of lesions in determining disease burden
News | Lung Imaging
Liquid Biopsy May Help Identify Which Patients with Non-small Cell Lung Cancer Will Benefit Most from Radiation

October 2, 2023 — A novel liquid biopsy test may help determine which patients with non-small cell lung cancer that has ...

Time October 02, 2023
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Shorter treatment course found as effective as longer schedule for people with non-HPV-related locally advanced disease
News | Radiation Therapy
Accelerated Radiation Treatment Could Reduce Head and Neck Cancer Patient Burden in Low- and Middle-income Countries

October 2, 2023 — A type of head and neck cancer predominantly diagnosed in people who reside in low- and middle-income ...

Time October 02, 2023
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Non-invasive tests may help identify patients facing higher risk for cervical cancer recurrence, enabling early intervention
News | Radiation Oncology
Liquid Biopsies Can Rapidly Detect Residual Disease Following Cervical Chemoradiation, Study Finds

October 2, 2023 — Two liquid biopsy tests that look for the presence of human papillomavirus (HPV) in the blood ...

Time October 02, 2023
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