American Society of Radiation Oncology: 2026 Fellows

Faculty

August 3, 2026

Three Faculty Members Selected!

Huge congratulations to Dr. Ralph Ermoian, Dr. Lia Halasz, and Dr. Smith Apisarnthanarax for being named 2026 Fellows of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)!

Having three faculty members selected from one department in a single year is a rare and incredible achievement. The FASTRO designation honors top leaders in radiation oncology for their exceptional service and dedication to patient care at Fred Hutch Cancer Center and University of Washington – Department of Radiation Oncology.

They will be officially recognized at ASTRO’s Annual Meeting in Boston this September. Join us in celebrating their achievement!

Dr. Pete Yeh’s Research Selected for Distinguished Poster Presentation at PTCOG-NA 2024

Faculty

November 14, 2024

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Pete Yeh’s research on liver cancer treatment has been selected as one of the two best clinical poster presentations at this year’s Particle Therapy Co-Operative Group North America (PTCOG-NA) meeting in New York.

Dr. Yeh’s research, ‘Local recurrence in hepatocellular carcinoma: Role of tumor location and motion management with proton beam therapy,’ explores key factors that could enhance the precision and effectiveness of proton therapy for liver cancer patients.

Being chosen for this honor from among numerous submissions across North America is a testament to Dr. Yeh’s dedication to advancing cancer treatment through thoughtful, patient-focused research. He’ll be presenting his findings at PTCOG-NA in New York, November 14-16, 2024.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Yeh on this well-deserved recognition. Way to go, Dr. Yeh!

International Abstract Award: Smith Apisarnthanarax, MD – 2024

Faculty

September 29, 2024

International Abstract Award from Issue 1 of the ASTRO Daily News 9/29/2024

The international award is designed to foster continuing medical education, assist in career development and help establish relationships with ASTRO members who may serve as scientific mentors to the recipient. Only one award is given each year to candidates who receive the highest score among applicants. The award includes an honorarium, a certificate of recognition and a complimentary registration to the Annual Meeting.