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The Importance of Having Mentors, Both Locally and GloballyInternational PerspectivesMar 11, 2020
By learning from mentors in different countries and settings, Dr. Frederick Ivan Ting becomes a better physician, and his patients recieve better care.
International, Professional Development
Cancer Advance of the Year: A Conversation With Dr. Richard L. SchilskyClifford A. Hudis, MD, FASCO, FACPMar 10, 2020
ASCO's chief medical officer Dr. Richard L. Schilsky and I discuss the refinement of cancer surgery, the critical importance of federally funded research, and ASCO's research priorities for the oncology community.
Research and Science, Advocacy and Policy
Fighting Back Against Cancer “Fake News”Linda R. Duska, MD, MPHMar 05, 2020
I want my patients to be empowered with good information to take excellent care of their own health in a way that is sensible and sustainable throughout their entire lives.
Practice and Patient Care
Patient-Centered Oncology Payment Model: A Conversation With Dr. Jeffery WardClifford A. Hudis, MD, FASCO, FACPMar 04, 2020
"Quality improvement happens slowly if you're in a silo": Dr. Jeffery Ward and I discuss the important updates to ASCO's alternative payment model for high-quality oncology care.
Practice and Patient Care, Advocacy and Policy
Women Are Still Being Shamed for Their Breast Cancer: How Do We End It?Guest CommentaryMar 04, 2020
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.
Practice and Patient Care
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Home Is Where the Heart IsDon S. Dizon, MD, FACP, FASCOFeb 26, 2020
Dr. Philippe Aftimos and I discuss the experience of moving far from home in order to pursue the medical careers we dreamed of.
International, Professional Development
Staying Current in Today’s Era of Rapidly Evolving Medical AdvancesInas Abuali, MD, FACPFeb 26, 2020
The knowledge explosion in oncology is palpable on a daily level, leaving physicians at a loss regarding how to stay ahead. Here is some practical advice on keeping up with the torrent of information.
Professional Development
For Whom the Cancer Bell Tolls — Or Should It?Matthew S. Katz, MDFeb 19, 2020
Let’s look critically at the prospective trial evaluating the association of ringing a bell with distress experienced by patients with cancer.
Practice and Patient Care, Research and Science
Celebrating ASCO’s 2019 Accomplishments and Looking AheadClifford A. Hudis, MD, FASCO, FACPFeb 10, 2020
As we begin our work in 2020, I am excited that we are building on the remarkable successes of 2019, and the years before, with growing collaboration and sharpening focus. 
Meetings and Education, Research and Science, Advocacy and Policy
Progress at a Price: The Global Cancer BurdenClifford A. Hudis, MD, FASCO, FACPFeb 04, 2020
As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of World Cancer Day this February 4, it’s important to recognize that we are making progress in addressing cancer.
International, Practice and Patient Care, Research and Science
World Cancer Day, or “World Cancer Prevention and Patient Support Day”!Nagi S. El Saghir, MD, FASCO, FACPFeb 04, 2020
World Cancer Day 2020 is about every one of us, and about asking for our commitment to do something to prevent cancer and support people and communities deal with cancer.
International, Practice and Patient Care
Surviving Burnout in Medical OncologyWomen in OncologyJan 30, 2020
We can’t do a great job caring for our patients if we are spreading ourselves too thin, writes Dr. Sayeh Lavasani.
Professional Development
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Reflections on Imposter SyndromeInas Abuali, MD, FACPJan 28, 2020
How do you confront that pesky inner voice that occasionally whispers, "You don't really belong here"? 
Professional Development
Finding the Inspiration to Make a Global Impact in a World of RVUsDon S. Dizon, MD, FACP, FASCOJan 28, 2020
My interests in education and global oncology have allowed me to connect with great people. One of them is Dr. Julie Gralow, a fierce advocate for global oncology and an international expert in breast cancer.
International, Practice and Patient Care
Why International Medical Students Should Attend the ASCO Annual MeetingInternational PerspectivesJan 27, 2020
Andrea Anampa-Guzmán and Dr. Pamela Contreras-Chavez outline the advantages of attending the ASCO Annual Meeting as an international medical student.
International, Meetings and Education, Professional Development
1 Comment
ASCO Journals Editorial Fellowship: A Journey From Submission to Final DecisionGuest CommentaryJan 27, 2020
Five editorial fellows gained hands-on experience to engage in a better understanding of how a scholarly manuscript is handled.
Research and Science, Professional Development
The Dilemma of Hope: Communicating Prognosis to PatientsInternational PerspectivesJan 23, 2020
When communicating prognosis, "I would suggest that we give information slowly and steadily, taking things as they come, allowing patients and their caretakers time to settle down and accept things as they are," says Dr. Raj Mohan.
International, Practice and Patient Care
Disconnect Between Attitudes and Behaviors on Cancer Prevention and Other Findings From 2019 ASCO National Cancer Opinion SurveyClifford A. Hudis, MD, FASCO, FACPJan 16, 2020
As the world’s leading organization of oncology professionals who care for people with cancer, ASCO believes it is critical to understand what the public, including patients, think of, expect, and need from the nation’s cancer care system.
Practice and Patient Care, Research and Science

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