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Clifford A. Hudis, MD, FACP, FASCO
Jun 04, 2020
Warm Wishes to Rich: ASCO Chief Medical Officer Dr. Richard L. Schilsky to Retire in February 2021
A spirit of clinically relevant discovery and accessible, understandable knowledge dissemination is the profound legacy, responsibility, and obligation that Rich will leave at ASCO, and we will honor him by continuing this work at the level of rigor and quality he established.
Lori J. Pierce, MD, FASCO
Jun 03, 2020
Responding to Racism and Health Inequality as a Cancer Care Community
We must commit the same energy and focus we pour into conquering cancer to addressing systemic issues that affect the health of people of color in our country.
Guest Commentary
May 28, 2020
How the Cancer Community Can Maintain Connection Over Distance
ASCO20 Virtual is about to begin, and the challenge is finding a way to interact and engage with presenters and other experts in a way we have never done before, writes Dr. Lidia Schapira.
Anne Katz, PhD, RN, FAAN
May 27, 2020
Touch in the Time of COVID-19
The power of touch in this time of physical distancing is top of mind for young adults trying to date, older couples in high-risk groups, and health care professionals who miss the empathy communicated in a handshake or a hug.
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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.

May 20, 2020
COVID-19 Disrupts Critical Career Phase for Early-Career Oncologists
In adversity, there is opportunity: despite the cancellation of an incredible professional opportunity due to COVID-19, Dr. Khalid El Bairi is focusing on how he can have a positive impact as an early-career oncologist in Morocco.
Apr 28, 2020
Maintaining Cancer Care During the COVID-19 Outbreak: Perspective From South Korea
Dr. Jii Bum Lee and Dr. Sun Young Rha describe the safety protocols that are enabling cancer providers in South Korea to reduce the risk of COVID-19 exposure for their patients.
Apr 01, 2020
An International Medical Graduate’s Journey in the COVID-19 Pandemic
Dr. Mona Hassan arrived in the United States excited for professional development and activism opportunities. Within a week, COVID-19 completely derailed her plans.
Mar 18, 2020
How the IDEA Changed My Life With a New Perspective on Cancer Survivorship
Dr. Aleesha Adatia's experience at Stanford University as part of the International Development and Education Award is helping her improve support for cancer survivors in her home country of Tanzania.
Mar 11, 2020
The Importance of Having Mentors, Both Locally and Globally
By learning from mentors in different countries and settings, Dr. Frederick Ivan Ting becomes a better physician, and his patients recieve better care.
Jan 27, 2020
Why International Medical Students Should Attend the ASCO Annual Meeting
Andrea Anampa-Guzmán and Dr. Pamela Contreras-Chavez outline the advantages of attending the ASCO Annual Meeting as an international medical student.
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