RadOnc Report

Charting the Future of AI in Radiation Oncology

In this episode, members of ASTRO's AI Resource Panel explore how artificial intelligence is transforming radiation oncology. The discussion covers the rationale for the development of ASTRO's AI consensus guidance, safety considerations, and what responsible AI adoption means for clinicians and patients as these tools move into routine practice.

ASTRO President's Corner Part 2

ASTRO President Dr. Neha Vapiwala and Board Chair Dr. Sameer Keole discuss expanding indications for radiation therapy including functional radiation medicine along with emerging opportunities in radiopharmaceutical therapy.

Smooth Starts for Safer Care: ASTRO Onboarding Checklists

Standardization is a cornerstone of high-quality and safe radiation oncology practice. For new staff, a documented and consistent onboarding process is essential to build cohesive teams and promote standard processes. During this episode of the Rad Onc Report, radiation oncologist Ray Mak, MD, medical physicist Sheri Weintraub, PhD, and administrator Mark Harder, RT(T), spotlight ASTRO's new customizable onboarding checklists [https://www.astro.org/practice-support/quality-and-safety/quality-and-safety-resources] designed to help radiation oncology teams improve training, strengthen safety and support smooth integration of new staff across all clinical roles.

ASTRO President's Member Spotlight: Alejandro (Abe) Berlin, MD

ASTRO President Dr. Neha Vapiwala interviews Dr. Alejandro Berlin, professor at the University of Toronto and Medical Director of the Cancer Digital Intelligence Program at Princess Margaret Hospital. Dr. Berlin discussed his vision for digital health innovation in RO, how AI and automation can augment physician roles and the importance of radiation oncologists being active participants in multidisciplinary teams.

President's Corner: Sameer Keole, MD, FASTRO Coding and Reimbursement Changes

ASTRO President Dr. Neha Vapiwala and Board Chair Dr. Sameer Keole discuss coding and reimbursement changes impacting radiation oncology centers and the urgent need for legislative solutions like the Radiation Oncology Case Rate (ROCR) program.