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COVID-19: A Trainee’s Perspective Inas Abuali, MD, FACPMar 31, 2020
I attempt to make sense of the shifting tides and what they mean for my patients, colleagues, and loved ones (while maintaining safe social distance from my co-fellows).
Professional Development
We Cannot Lose Another Oncologist to Burnout: Encouraging a Path Towards Wellness Physician WellnessMar 24, 2020
Dr. Anna M. Laucis examines the drivers of professional burnout in oncology, and the devastating cost of failing to acknowledge the effects of burnout.
Professional Development
#OncoAlert Celebrates Its First Birthday Amidst COVID-19 PandemicMiriam Knoll, MDMar 23, 2020
Dr. Gil Morgan shares the story behind #OncoAlert, and we discuss why you should be paying attention, especially in our current situation.
Meetings and Education, Professional Development
How the IDEA Changed My Life With a New Perspective on Cancer SurvivorshipInternational PerspectivesMar 18, 2020
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.
International, Professional Development
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
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
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
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
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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
How to Break Up With Your MentorInas Abuali, MD, FACPJan 10, 2020
I offer a few tips on how to break up with your mentor, without burning a professional bridge.
Professional Development
The Importance of International VolunteersInternational PerspectivesNov 21, 2019
Dr. Clarissa Mathias, chair-elect of ASCO's International Affairs Committee, speaks to the incredible impact that ASCO volunteers have on cancer care around the world.
International, Professional Development
How I Am Becoming A Psycho-OncologistInternational PerspectivesNov 14, 2019
If you have a passion and a calling, writes Ms. Bincy Mathew, don't let the fear of what others might think keep you from achieving your goals.
International, Professional Development
Dear Dr. Johnson: A Homage to an Incredible MentorGuest CommentaryNov 04, 2019
Dr. Arjun Gupta pens a heartfelt tribute to Dr. David H. Johnson in honor of Dr. Johnson's induction as a 2019 Giant of Cancer Care and his many years of mentorship.
Professional Development
The Oracle: A Listserv for Physician MothersWomen in OncologyNov 04, 2019
Forming a community of female physicians is an incredible support network, writes Dr. Tina Rizack.
Professional Development
Can Physicians Be Too Social on Social Media? A Discussion With Dr. Charles BlankeDon S. Dizon, MD, FACP, FASCOOct 08, 2019
I wondered how my mentor felt on the topic of personal and professional, on whether it is a good idea to allow a look into the person behind the white coat.
Practice and Patient Care, Professional Development
Leaving Lasting Impressions on Your ChildrenWomen in OncologySep 26, 2019
Physician parents worry about the effect of their long hours and work commitments on their children. Dr. Sayeh Lavasani suggests focusing on the positive lessons you are modeling for them.
Professional Development

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