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International Perspectives
Apr 12, 2021
The Mentor Quest
"A successful mentorship is mutually beneficial for the mentor and mentee, where each party has to recognize and understand what the other is offering and whether it fits each career path," said Dr. Atlal Abusanad.
Inas Abuali, MD, FACP
Apr 07, 2021
Fostering a Culture of Inclusion During the Month of Ramadan
Educating ourselves about various religious customs and beliefs, in my opinion, is one way to promote inclusiveness. During Ramadan, you can help facilitate an inclusive culture at your institution in a few ways.
International Perspectives
Apr 07, 2021
Challenges and Opportunities for Oncology Clinical Trials in Latin America
Despite limitations, some winds of change are noticeable regarding clinical research in the Latin America and Caribbean region, according to Dr. Matías Chacón, Dr. Diego Enrico, and Dr. Federico Waisberg.
International Perspectives
Apr 01, 2021
Building Partnerships and Collaboration to Reduce the Global Cancer Burden
Cancer is now the second leading cause of death globally. We can’t begin to make a dent in reducing this cancer burden unless we address cancer from a global perspective, said ASCO CMO Dr. Julie R. Gralow.
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Apr 30, 2020
A Prescription for Managing Fear and Chaos in the COVID-19 Pandemic: Let Our Patients Teach Us  
Dr. Douglas Flora learned from his own cancer experience that when there's no wind, we must row.
Apr 14, 2020
For the Well-Being of All: Cancer Care During the COVID-19 Public Health Crisis
A healing touch, a warm embrace—these are luxuries of patient care for another time, the joys of clinical practice that must be suspended, write Dr. Varun Kumar Chowdhry and Dr. Shilpa Mukunda Chowdhry.
Apr 02, 2020
Love of Learning in the Time of COVID-19
Dr. Martina Murphy, Dr. Devika Das, and Dr. Elizabeth Henry consider how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting hematology/oncology training, and offer tips for staying connected to trainees.
Mar 19, 2020
Not Business as Usual: COVID-19 Anxiety in the World of Cancer
Cancer care providers and patients with cancer alike are grappling with new fears and uncertainities due to the COVID-19 epidemic. Dr. Nausheen Ahmed shares her experience practicing in Ohio.
Mar 04, 2020
Women Are Still Being Shamed for Their Breast Cancer: How Do We End It?
Dr. Erika Hamilton explores the culture of blame around cancer, in which patients are shamed for failing to prevent cancer and judged on all of the decisions they make.
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Jan 27, 2020
ASCO Journals Editorial Fellowship: A Journey From Submission to Final Decision
Five editorial fellows gained hands-on experience to engage in a better understanding of how a scholarly manuscript is handled.

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