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Guest Commentary
Jan 19, 2021
Advanced Fellowships in Oncology: Do I Need One?
Do you need to do an advanced fellowship? Dr. Samer Al Hadidi explores the opportunities and drawbacks, and acknowledges that in the current system, the answer is, "It depends."  
Linda R. Duska, MD, MPH
Jan 15, 2021
Making Meaningful Progress Toward Health Equity
In this new year we must remain alert to our own prejudices, and be vigilant about keeping our personal biases out of the charts and out of our discussions with colleagues, patients, and caregivers. 
Guest Commentary
Jan 15, 2021
My ASCO Journey
It was clear to chief medical officer Dr. Richard L. Schilsky that ASCO would be his professional home throughout his career. He shares reflections on the role of the Society ahead of his retirement, after 8 years as CMO, in February.
Guest Commentary
Jan 12, 2021
Challenge Your Biases: Understanding Your Patient Is Key to Providing High-Quality, Empathetic Care
"It is far too common that patients with less access to care or different skin color or unfamiliar language are assumed to not understand," writes Dr. Jacquelyne Gaddy. "Maybe it is in fact that we didn’t take the time to understand."
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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.

Jan 31, 2017
#WeCanICan: Challenge Perceptions and Create a World Free From the Fear of Cancer
For World Cancer Day, Dr. Monica Malik encourages you to challenge the misconceptions that stigmatize people with cancer.
Jan 31, 2017
#WeCanICan: Challenge Perceptions About Cancer Prevention and Cancer Therapy
For World Cancer Day, Dr. Sana Al Sukhun invites the oncology community to challenge perceptions that cancer is inevitable and encourage healthy lifestyle choices.
Jan 04, 2017
Facing Cancer in a Time of War: Lama’s Story
Dr. Maher Saifo, an oncologist practicing in Syria, discusses how the Syrian war is affecting cancer care in a post written with his patient, Lama Meer Yousef. Together, they share their story of survival and hope against incredible odds.
Apr 11, 2016
ASCO Initiatives Bring Global Oncology to Front and Center Stage
A letter from Gabriel N. Hortobagyi, MD, FACP, FASCO, Chair of ASCO's Global Oncology Leadership Task Force.
Apr 11, 2016
Launch of the Bhutan Cancer Registry: Experiences, Progress, and Future Challenges in a Lower-Middle Income Country
I have had a wonderful experience working with ASCO’s International Cancer Corps to start the Bhutan cancer registry.
Feb 03, 2016
World Cancer Day: "We Can" and We Will Make a Difference
ASCO CEO Dr. Allen S. Lichter reflects on an optimistic approach to the challenges of providing high-quality cancer care around the globe on World Cancer Day.
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