Eric J. Small, MD, FASCO
@ASCOPres
@ASCO President. Representing more than 50K oncology professionals making a difference in cancer care. Opinions my own. Interviews: [email protected]
A new @JCO_ASCO report calls for a paradigm shift in how cancer drug dosages are determined, concluding that the long-standing practice of using the "maximum tolerated dose" may be outdated, harmful to patients, ill-suited for modern cancer therapies ➡️ brnw.ch/21wUp7x
In addition to the outstanding professional development offered, LDP participants (and their mentors) become friends and colleagues for life! The application period for the 2026-27 LDP is open through Sept. 22. See below for details.
Connect w/ peers who share your interest in building leadership skills & participate in what could be, as @montypal considers it, “one of the most gratifying experiences of [your] career”: the ASCO Leadership Development Program. Applications now open! brnw.ch/21wTQsD
The @ASCO International Clinical Research Scholars (ICRS), led by ASCO Asia Pacific Regional Council encourages the development of cancer research across the region: Apply now! asco.smapply.org/prog/ICRS_Asia…
The updated Oncology Medical Home Standards are now live in @JCOOP_ASCO. A joint initiative of ASCO & @oncologyCOA, the standards were introduced in 2021 & provide a framework for onc practices to deliver high-quality, patient-centered cancer care. ➡️brnw.ch/21wUoWm
Join us in congratulating the following members on earning the Fellows of ASCO (FASCO) distinction last quarter! We are grateful for their extraordinary volunteer service, dedication, and commitment to ASCO. Learn more about FASCO distinction: brnw.ch/21wUiVu
This state session #ASCOAdvocacy has been busy! By working with the State Affiliates and coalition partners, we engaged on issues affecting cancer patients and care providers state-by-state. See what we've done in the first half of 2025: brnw.ch/21wUdXd
I had the pleasure of meeting w/ @ASCO staff last week in which I introduced my presidential theme for 2025-2026: "The Science and Practice of Translation: Improving Cancer Outcomes Worldwide." Excited to roll this out over the course of the year, and of course, at #ASCO26!


📲 2026 ASCO Special Awards nominations are open until July 11, 2025. ASCO members can earn up to 2 FASCO points by submitting a nomination. Submit one today! brnw.ch/21wTSs4
We and @AORTIC_AFRICA just launched a new class of International Clinical Research Scholars with a very engaging two-day workshop in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Over the next year they will engage virtually with mentors and acquire skills to develop their own research projects.
I ❤️ the intersection of medicine and the humanities. These are the articles that remind us why we do what we do. Checkout the Art of Oncology Narrative Medicine Contest @JCO_ASCO @JCOGO_ASCO ascopubs.org/jco/art-oncolo…
Applications for @ConquerCancerFd grants and awards are officially open! Funding is available for researchers at every career stage. Learn more and apply now! brnw.ch/21wTOAb #ResearchFunding #OncologyResearch
SCOTUS upheld that health plans must continue to cover preventive services, including cancer screenings, w/o patient cost-sharing. We’re proud to have joined 33 other patient & med groups advocating for this essential coverage brnw.ch/21wTKb7
#ASCO25 Ed Book: From Africa, India 🇮🇳 & LATAM Brasil 🇧🇷 and México 🇲🇽, proposals to improve global cancer care for all patients. ascopubs.org/doi/pdfdirect/… @ReginaBarCar @rdienstmann @ChiteDoc @DineshPendhark4 @incanMX @ASCO
Don't miss your chance to influence the future of cancer care. Submit your topic suggestions or new evidence for an existing guideline by August 1 and help us develop relevant and impactful resources for the oncology community ➡️ bit.ly/3ZK61Wi
“Science matters. Discovery science, translational research, & clinical implementation are the engine that brings life-saving therapies to patients.” @ASCOPres Dr. Eric Small discusses his presidential theme & plans for the year ahead in the @ASCOPost. ascopost.com/issues/may-25-…
We're pleased to announce our Memorandum of Understanding with the Egyptian Cancer Society! We look forward to collaborating to advance quality cancer care and support oncology professionals in Egypt and the MENA region. #GlobalOncology #ECS
#ASCOAdvocacy was proud to join with @ResearchAmerica & hundreds of others on this vital letter for #NIH funding. #CancerResearch saves lives. Urge your lawmakers to support FY26 funding for @NIH, @theNCI & @ARPA_H. asco.quorum.us/campaign/45495/
Thank you to the 500 organizations and 2,355 individuals who joined our letter in support of #NIH funding. bit.ly/4mLGaat If you signed on and want to take your #advocacy a step further, send it to your representatives: advocacy.charityengine.net/Default.aspx?i… #ScienceFunding
The draft guideline protocol, #palliativecare in the global setting, is now available for open comment. Provide your feedback to us by June 18. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wTccm
Congrats to Dr.Jeremiah Wala, the first @ASCO Dr.Felix Feng Endowed Young Investigator Awardee. Thanks to his friends and colleagues and @ConquerCancerFd for ensuring his legacy of creative science and a commitment to collaboration. @ASCOPres @ericlfeng @nlinmd
We are grateful to our ~44,000 attendees who made #ASCO25 a success & the place to be! With nearly 40% joining us from outside the U.S., we are truly a global community united by our shared goal of improving #CancerCare & pt outcomes around the world. A heartfelt ‘thank you.’ 💗