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. 

News | ASTRO
ROCR Act Reintroduced in Congress

March 14, 2025 — Another pivotal milestone in the nation’s fight against cancer recently took place with the ...

Time March 17, 2025
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Seeking to support patients and providers, national groups push for progress on the payment front, as radiation therapy providers advance products and partnerships
Feature | Radiation Oncology | By Christine Book
Progress Report on Radiation Therapy

News emerging from several leading organizations and vendors in the radiation therapy arena came in at a fast pace in ...

Time July 30, 2024
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Neha Vapiwala, MD, FASTRO
News | ASTRO
Dr. Neha Vapiwala Voted President-elect of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)

July 18, 2024 — The members of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) recently elected five new officers to ...

Time July 18, 2024
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The declines in reimbursement for radiation therapy services for people with cancer under the Medicare physician fee schedule are disappointing
News | Radiation Oncology
ASTRO Urges Legislative Action as Reimbursement Cuts Continue in Proposed FY25 MPFS

July 11, 2024 — The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) issued the following statement from Jeff M ...

Time July 11, 2024
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Vivek S. Kavadi, MD, MBA, FASTRO
News | ASTRO
Dr. Vivek S. Kavadi Named CEO of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)

June 21, 2024 — The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) announced today that following a nationwide search ...

Time June 21, 2024
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RT for symptomatic bone metastases. Abbreviations: KQ = key question; RT = external beam radiation therapy; SBRT = stereotactic body radiation therapy
News | Radiation Oncology
ASTRO Clinical Guideline on Radiation Therapy for Bone Metastases Emphasizes Patient-centered Care

June 3, 2024 — The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) published an updated clinical guideline that details ...

Time June 03, 2024
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Proteus ONE compact proton therapy system
News | Proton Therapy
IBA signs contract with Yale New Haven Health and Hartford HealthCare to Install Proteus ONE Proton Therapy Solution

May 21, 2024 — IBA, a world leader in particle accelerator technology, announced that it has signed a contract with the ...

Time May 21, 2024
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Registration is now open for #ASTRO24
News | ASTRO
American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) to Host Annual Meeting in Washington, DC, Sept. 29-Oct. 2

May 17, 2024 — Registration opens today for the American Society for Radiation Oncology's (ASTRO) 66th Annual Meeting ...

Time May 17, 2024
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Bipartisan bill to modernize radiation oncology reimbursement introduced in Congress
News | Radiation Therapy
Bipartisan Bill to Modernize Radiation Oncology Reimbursement Introduced in Congress

May 16, 2024 — Today marks a significant milestone in cancer care with the introduction of bipartisan federal ...

Time May 16, 2024
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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
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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