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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.
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."
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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.

Feb 01, 2019
Who I Am and What I Will Do on World Cancer Day
Resource limitations will not stop Dr. Dorothy Lombe from her goal of beating cancer for her patients in Zambia.
Feb 01, 2019
Changing the Field in a War-Torn Nation
Dr. Layth Y. I. Mula-Hussain​ began rebuilding the field of radiation oncology in Iraq in the face of decades of conflict and sanctions.
Feb 01, 2019
Who I Am on World Cancer Day
Dr. Geraldine Jacobson boldly states who she is and what she will do to reduce the burden of cancer, in the spirit of World Cancer Day's theme: "I am and I will."
Feb 01, 2019
Recognizing That Cancer Can Be Cured on World Cancer Day
Dr. Jose Angel Sanchez wants to tell more patients in Honduras that yes, their cancer can be cured.
Jan 16, 2019
ASCO, SMeO Expand Horizons, Bring Innovative Strategies to Improve Global Oncology
Dr. Jean Rene V. Clemenceau Valdivia describes the shared history of the Sociedad Mexicana de Oncologia and ASCO, and the new formal partnership that will guide future collaboration between the two societies.
Oct 25, 2018
Light at the End of the Tunnel
Dr. Raj Mohan reflects on the important role an oncologist plays in a patient's journey, and how every step of treatment needs love, compassion, and involvement.

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