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. 

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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Findings suggest clinical navigators could help mitigate health inequities
News | Prostate Cancer
Precision Medicine Navigators Increase Genomic Testing Rates for Black Patients with Prostate Cancer

October 1, 2023 — The presence of a clinical navigator to act as a liaison between people with prostate cancer and the ...

Time October 01, 2023
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Fuse also announces Syntyant, a new interoperable platform for RadOnc providing seamless connectivity among diverse healthcare technologies to accelerate delivery of care
News | Information Technology
Fuse Oncology Unveils FuseDocs: Newest RadOnc Solution for Streamlining Clinical Documentation for Radiation Oncologists

September 29, 2023 — Fuse Oncology (Fuse) a trailblazing leader in radiation oncology software solutions, unveils their ...

Time September 29, 2023
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RayStation 2023B offers support for automatic field-in-field planning for photons, a method which generates homogeneous and conformal dose distributions
News | Oncology Information Management Systems (OIMS)
Latest innovations in RayStation, RayCare and RayIntelligence to be presented at ASTRO 2023

September 29, 2023 — RaySearch will be showcasing the latest software innovations at ASTRO in San Diego, California ...

Time September 29, 2023
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Introducing five new product iterations across the entire portfolio
News | Radiation Therapy
Together with Siemens Healthineers, Varian Demonstrates Commitment to Embracing Innovation and Enhancing Outcomes at ASTRO 2023

September 29, 2023 — Varian, a Siemens Healthineers company, is showcasing technologies that reflect its continued ...

Time September 29, 2023
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News | ASTRO
Abstract Award Winners Announced at ASTRO 2023

October 1, 2023 — The 2023 Abstract Award winners have been announced by the American Society for Radiation Oncology ...

Time October 01, 2023
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First randomized study shows accelerated treatment saves patients time and money and reduces treatment breaks
News | Women's Health
Short-course Radiation as Effective as Standard Treatment for Patients Who Opt for Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy

October 1, 2023 — In a first-of-its-kind study, people with breast cancer who underwent implant-based breast ...

Time October 01, 2023
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