Career

Whether you're a trainee or seasoned oncology professional, there are always new developments in the field to keep you on your toes. ASCO Connection has interviews and articles by industry professionals that can help you find a new job in the field, apply for funding, and achieve your career goals.

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How I Became a Gastrointestinal Oncologist
May 06, 2022
Dr. Rashid N Lui is working to put the patient at the center of gastrointestinal cancer care and reduce fragmentation in his health care system.
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ASCO22: How to Make the Most Out of This Hybrid Meeting
May 05, 2022
Dr. Iliana Schlam, Dr. Mauel Espinoza Gutarra, and Dr. Ana I. Velazquez share ideas for networking, either from home or while attending ASCO22 in person, so you can make the most of the meeting.
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How I Became an Assistant Professor of Medicine, a Thoracic Medical Oncologist, and an Active ASCO Volunteer
Mar 02, 2022
Dr. Jennifer W. Carlisle describes a typical week in the life of a thoracic medical oncologist, and the rewards of volunteering with a professional organization starting early in your career.
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Sometimes Cure, Always Care: Reimagining the Training of Medical Oncologists
Mar 02, 2022
"We are quick to race for the cure, but slow to race for the care of those who need it most," said Dr. Ramy Sedhom.
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From Cancer Patient to Cancer Care Provider
Mar 02, 2022
Dr. Taylor L. Barnett recalls his diagnosis, just days before his college graduation, of testicular cancer, and the perspective that cancer survivorship brings to his oncology practice today.
Dr. Muhamad Alhaj Moustafa
My Career Path to Academia as an International Medical Graduate: Aspiration, Perseverance, and Great Mentoring
Jan 14, 2022
Dr. Muhamad Alhaj Moustafa shares lessons he learned on his path to academia as an international medical graduate.
Dr. Manuel R. Espinoza Gutarra
The Impact of Public Policy on Cancer Disparities
Jan 14, 2022
Compared with other high-income nations, the United States has been relatively slow in adopting this framework and attempts at health care reform have had mixed results, shares Dr. Manuel R. Espinoza Gutarra.
Dr. Erick Saldanha
It’s Time for Trainee and Early-Career Oncologists to Welcome the Artificial Intelligence Era in Oncology
Jan 14, 2022
Dr. Erick Saldanha walks through essential definitions and shares the main reasons why AI must be part of the medical student curriculum moving forward. 
Dr. Alison Palumbo
How I Became a Clinical Oncology Pharmacist
Oct 27, 2021
As a clinical oncology pharmacist at Oregon Health and Science University, Dr. Alison Palumbo loves the ever-changing landscape of oncology that always keeps her on her toes.
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Where the Journey Ends: Far-Reaching Challenges for International Medical Graduates and Their Families
Oct 26, 2021
Deciding whether to stay in the United States after concluding his medical training was an agonizing decision for Dr. Zaid Abdel-Rahman and his family.

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