The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) has elected four new officers to its board of directors, along with three new members to serve on the nominating committee. The new terms will take effect at ASTRO’s annual meeting in San Francisco on Sept. 16.
“These four individuals bring an extensive amount of valuable experience and knowledge that will significantly impact our work on behalf of cancer patients worldwide,” said Colleen A.F. Lawton, MD, chair of ASTRO’s board of directors. “Their expertise in health policy, health services, quality, clinical research, education and government relations are integral elements to ensure ASTRO and radiation oncology continues to adapt to the changing health care environment.”
Appointments include:
President-elect?
David C. Beyer, MD, Arizona Oncology Services, Scottsdale, Arizona
Clinical Affairs and Quality Council Vice-chair?
James A. Hayman, MD, MBA, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan
Education Council Vice-chair?
Stephen M. Hahn, MD, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
Government Relations Council Vice-chair?
Sameer R. Keole, MD, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix
In addition, ASTRO selected three new members to join the nominating committee, which is responsible for identifying a slate of nominees for each elective position annually. Members include the immediate past chair of the board of directors, five council chairs, and six elected members who do not also serve on the board of directors and serve staggered 6-year terms. Three of those six members were appointed as follows:
Nominating Committee Academic Physician?
William M. Mendenhall, MD, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
Nominating Committee Community Practice Physician?
Patricia Hardenbergh, MD, Shaw Regional Cancer Center, Edwards, Colorado
Nominating Committee Radiobiologist?
Kathryn Held, PhD, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
For more information, visit ASTRO.
