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Women in Oncology
May 06, 2024
Empower Me, Empower You: The Mutual Empowerment in Supporting Patients With Breast Cancer
The ripple effect of empowerment from the Najia community continues to inspire and create positive change, echoing far beyond the confines of the virtual world.
International Perspectives
Apr 30, 2024
On the Road of The Lancet Commission on Women, Cancer, and Power: Engaging Men to Support Women Toward Gender Equity in Africa’s Medical Workforce
Men in the oncology workforce, writes Dr. Khalid El Bairi, have a critical part to play in righting longstanding gender disparities in the field.
ASCO Commentary
Apr 22, 2024
Global Volunteer Month: Honoring and Celebrating the Impact of ASCO's Volunteers
We appreciate your continued commitment to our field, your dedication to the Society and Association missions, and the invaluable leadership and insight that you add.
Miriam Knoll, MD
Apr 09, 2024
Here’s How to Find Your Next Oncology Job: Tips for Oncologists on the Career Move
How should an oncologist investigate a career change? How does one find their second or third job out of training? Here are some strategies to consider.
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Guest Commentary on ASCOconnection.org provides an interactive platform for leaders in their respective fields to share timely perspectives on oncology topics. If you are an ASCO member interested in contributing a guest post, please contact ascoconnection@asco.org.

Apr 04, 2019
It Is Okay to Cry, Mourning Our Patients
Dr. Narjust Duma documents her journey through different phases of grief and gratitude as a special patient transfers to hospice care.
Apr 02, 2019
Communicating Science: Semantics Matters
The concept of overdiagnosis must be communicated accurately and in a culturally sensitive way, writes Dr. Aju Mathew. 
Mar 25, 2019
ASCO in the Community: Listening and Learning From Members Rebuilding Medical Services in Puerto Rico
Dr. Marcia Cruz-Correa describes the cancer care landscape in Puerto Rico and the discussions that took place in San Juan and Caguas as part of ASCO's ongoing town hall series.
Feb 27, 2019
Nine Ways Carnegie Hall and Cancer Care Are Similar
Dr. Ashley Sumrall fulfilled a dream of performing in the famous Carnegie Hall, and discovered that the practice, teamwork, and commitment required onstage paralleled her work in oncology.
Feb 14, 2019
Laughter in Oncology Is More Common Than You Think
Dr. Suneel D. Kamath was surprised to learn how important laughter and levity can be in the physician-patient relationship.
Feb 11, 2019
The Blame Game: Cancer Is Not the Patient’s Fault
When a patient asks, "Why me?", Dr. Stephanie Graff considers that they may not be asking for a list of their cancer risk factors.
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