Department of Radiation Oncology
Department News
Stanford Medicine Magazine
February 20, 2025
Aiming for a Radiation Bullseye: Bill Loo, MD, PhD, and Lucas Vitzthum, MD featured in the latest edition of Stanford Medicine Magazine for their innovative research in FLASH radiotherapy and SCINTX.
ASTRO Fellowship 2024
October 7, 2024
Please join us in congratulating Beth Beadle, who has been distinguished by the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) as a Fellow of ASTRO. The ASTRO Fellow designation, FASTRO, honors individuals who have contributed significantly to the Society through committee work, other volunteer service and to the field of radiation oncology in the areas of research, education, patient care or leadership. The 2024 class of Fellows were inducted last week during the Awards Ceremony at ASTRO’s 66th Annual Meeting in Washington, DC.
Congratulations, Dr. Beadle!
National Postdoc Appreciation Week
September 25, 2024
In honor of National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW), held from September 16-20, 2024, the Department of Radiation Oncology recognized the invaluable contributions of our postdoctoral scholars with a series of special events. To show our appreciation, we catered a variety of treats, including donuts, lunch bowls, and boba drinks. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to advancing the field of Radiation Oncology. We hope you enjoyed celebrating with us and participating in the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) events!
Our Mission
To bring the most advanced care to our patients by being at the cutting edge of research and technology.
Using the most state-of-the-art imaging systems and radiation delivery platforms in the world, our highly integrated team of physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, nurses, and radiation therapists share a commitment to provide exceptional and compassionate care for patients.
VR Patient Treatment
We recognize that radiotherapy treatment can seem complex and unfamiliar for patients during a difficult time. Our department has created a three-part series of educational videos simulating treatment directed to patients undergoing radiation therapy so they know exactly what to expect.