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Guest Commentary
Apr 16, 2024
Surviving Hematology/Oncology Fellowship and Beyond: A Twitter Discussion With Current Fellows and Fellowship Aspirants
Following a HemOncFellows’ Network discussion on common questions aspiring and current fellows have about oncology fellowship, 10 participants, organizers, and members share practical advice that you can use in preparing for your fellowship.
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.
Guest Commentary
Apr 04, 2024
The Best Year of Medical School: My Journey Through ASCO’s Virtual Mentorship Program
"To any medical students and residents who have a spark for oncology, I cannot recommend the VMP enough," said Zain Ahmad. "It is an experience that could change the trajectory of your career."
Guest Commentary
Mar 14, 2024
Insignificant Being and Significant Existence: A Well-Being Mindset for Oncology Professionals
When everyone is aligned with values and purpose in our societies and workplaces, we create spaces that put the well-being of all humans at the center, according to Prof. Sabe Sabesan, Anoj Sabesan, and Prof. Lynden Roberts.
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International Perspectives

International Perspectives provides an interactive platform for international leaders in their respective fields to share perspectives on oncology topics. International Perspectives contributors are invited to post by invitation from ASCO’s volunteer leadership and key staff.

Apr 27, 2022
An IDEA Goes a Long Way
Dr. Aline Lauda Freitas Chaves and Dr. Nirmal Lamichhane each share how the IDEA program shaped their careers as oncologists. 
Apr 20, 2022
Being an IDEA Recipient From a War-Torn Nation
Dr. Layth Mula-Hussain shares the hardships and successes he encountered as an International Development and Education Award (IDEA) recipient from Iraq.
Apr 18, 2022
Advancing Research on Cancer in Resource-Limited Settings: Don’t Be Just a Passenger, Be the Pilot!
In a planned series of five articles, Dr. Khalid El Bairi will share his career journey as a young cancer researcher in an LMIC and propose recommendations to enhance research in resource-limited settings.
Apr 13, 2022
IDEA: The First Life-Changing Moment of My Oncology Career in Azerbaijan
Dr. Narmin Talibova shares her journey as the first International Development and Education Award recipient from Azerbaijan and how the award is helping her improve cancer care in her home country.
Mar 23, 2022
War in Ukraine: Statistics Do Not Keep Pace With Reality
Dr. Andriy Hrynkiv describes the situation on the ground in Ukraine for civilians and health care providers.
Mar 10, 2022
We Can Win, When We Are United: Dedicated to the Third Anniversary of the Pediatric Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Armenia
Dr. Gevorg Tamamyan reflects on accomplishments of the past 3 years and looks to the future of pediatric cancer care in Armenia.

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