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Guest Commentary
Sep 26, 2023
Changing The Narrative: 10 Recommendations for Caring for Young Adults With Lung Cancer
Dr. Narjust Florez, Dr. Fatima Wilder, Lauren Kiel, and Rebekah Kaufman underscore the need to comprehensively understand and address the unmet needs of young patients with lung cancer.
Guest Commentary
Aug 25, 2023
Ensuring Evidence-Based Medicine Is Reflected in Coding and Reimbursement: An Update From ASCO’s Advisor to the AMA CPT Editorial Panel
Dr. Joseph Merchant introduces the CPT process and recognizes ASCO colleagues who have represented the interests of members on this issue.
Guest Commentary
Aug 23, 2023
What to Expect After Submitting Your Fellowship Application: Tips for Hematology-Oncology Fellowship Application From Current Fellows
HemOncFellows Network organized an online discussion to address the common questions that hematology-oncology fellowship applicants have after submitting their fellowship application.
Guest Commentary
Aug 17, 2023
Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) Are Essential to Continuity of Cancer Care, Especially in Rural Communities
"Oncologists and APPs working together have the opportunity to increase practice volume, improve access to care, and ensure continuity for the patient," said Whitney Pritham.
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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 03, 2014
World Cancer Day 2014: Debunk the Myths
 By Nagi S. El Saghir, MD, FACPChair, ASCO International Affairs CommitteeProfessor and Director, Breast Center of Excellence, Naef K. Basile Cancer Institute, American University of Beirut Medical Center
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Dec 13, 2013
Letter from the International Affairs Committee Chair: Oncologists for Science and Peace
By Nagi S. El Saghir, MD, FACP
Dec 11, 2013
Making Connections: Novel Approaches for Addressing the Global Cancer Burden
By Richard L. Schilsky, MD, FASCO, Chief Medical Officer of ASCO.
Oct 28, 2013
Letter from the Chair of ASCO’s International Affairs Committee: Prevention and Early Detection
 By Nagi S. El Saghir, MD, FACPChair, ASCO International Affairs CommitteeProfessor and Director, Breast Center of Excellence, Naef K. Basile Cancer Institute, American University of Beirut Medical Center
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Aug 14, 2013
Report on ASCO's Recent International Clinical Trials Workshop in Opatija, Croatia
Dr. Domen Ribnikar discusses his experience at the International Clinical Trials Workshop in Opatija, Croatia.
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Aug 07, 2013
The Syrian War and its Impact on Cancer Care: Observations from a Syrian Oncologist Practicing in Damascus
This war, which is associated with poor socioeconomic status and deterioration of medical services, affects not only the cancer care but also the academic process and research establishment at Damascus University.
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