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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.
International Perspectives
Feb 27, 2024
Supporting Multidisciplinary Cancer Care in Malaysia: My Experience as an ASCO Faculty Volunteer
Dr. Faye Lim describes her experience as a faculty member on multidisciplinary team management at events in Sarawak, Malaysia.
Nagi S. El Saghir, MD, FASCO, FACP
Feb 15, 2024
A Personal Congratulations to the Susan G. Komen 2023 Awardees
This year’s recipients were indeed distinguished leaders in their fields and have dedicated their careers to improve diagnosis, outcomes, and quality of life as well advancing personalized therapy for patients. 
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Guest Commentary

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.

Aug 04, 2020
Until We Meet Again: A Letter to Members and #ASCO20 Attendees From Choose Chicago
Ahead of the ASCO20 Virtual Education Program, Mr. David Whitaker of Choose Chicago sends his best wishes and gratitude on behalf of the city where the ASCO Annual Meeting is traditionally held.
Jul 23, 2020
Do We Really Know What Our Patients Need?
Sometimes the best treatment isn't a medical intervention, but an emotional one, as Dr. Dawood Findakly discovered when a patient seemed to lose his will to live.
Jul 21, 2020
Behind the Scenes in Academic Publishing: A Closer Look at Peer Review
Peer review, writes Dr. Yara Abdou, is not a task, but a privilege, and an invaluable experience for the reviewer to enhance their critical thinking and engage in an invigorating academic community.
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Jul 17, 2020
A Visiting Resident Oncologist’s Training During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Dr. Shannon Ugarte's oncology education during her away elective was a lesson in resilience and adaptability due to COVID-19.
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Jun 16, 2020
Caring for Patients With Cancer in the Era of Social Distancing: Pros and Cons of Telemedicine
Translating an oncology practice into telemedicine and socially distant consultations has its advantages and disadvantages, as Dr. Estelamari Rodriguez learned when her clinic transformed overnight due to COVID-19.
Jun 09, 2020
The Yin and Yang of Global Oncology: Traditional Medicine and Cutting-Edge Care
Dr. Aakash Desai and Dr. Aju Mathew discuss seemingly contradictory, yet closely linked factors in global oncology which impede our progress in reducing cancer burden.

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