We are proud to unveil the second issue of OncoDaily Magazine, launched at the ASCO 2025 Annual Meeting in Chicago, the world’s premier gathering of oncology professionals. With thousands of copies distributed onsite, this edition captures the pulse of cancer research and care today: from breakthrough clinical trials and bold leadership shifts to the personal stories that humanize oncology. More than a magazine, it is a platform where global voices, innovative science, and patient-centered perspectives converge to reflect the spirit of ASCO 2025.
The two-sided magazine, consisting of Part 1 and Part 2 had exclusive content including:
- An Ultimate Guide to Success at ASCO 2025 for Trainees and Residents
- An exclusive interview with Levi Garraway – Transforming Oncology Through Precision, Resilience and Heart
- A New Era Begins: D’Clinic Art Gallery Opens in Yerevan
- Where to Study to Become ASCO President: 2025 Institutional Ranking
- The MSK Therapeutics Accelerator project founded by Yelena Janjigian, MD brining an Innovation in Gastroesophageal Cancer
- The list of 100 Influential Women in Oncology: Key Opinion Leaders to Follow on Social Media in 2024
Sneak peek into the second edition of OncoDaily Magazine
ASCO 2025 For Trainees And Residents
The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting 2025 is not just another medical conference, it is where the future of cancer care is being written. Every year, this gathering draws the brightest minds in oncology, from pioneering researchers and industry leaders to patient advocates and global policymakers. But ASCO 2025 stands out as a turning point: a stage where groundbreaking science meets bold leadership, shaping how cancer will be treated, studied, and experienced worldwide.
ASCO 2025 for Trainees and Residents: Your Ultimate Guide to Success
As An Early Career Oncologist Do Not Miss Keynote Lectures by these remarkable Awardees.
ASCO 2025 Receptions, Parties and Networking Events You Can’t Miss
ASCO is many things: a scientific marathon, a career launchpad, and yes, a massive reunion for the global oncology world. The real ASCO doesn’t end when the last slide clicks off at 6 PM. That’s just when the best parts begin. Here’s your survival guide to the events where careers are made, friendships are born, and legends roam the room.
- ASCO President’s Reception (Invitation Only)
- Giants of Cancer Care Awards
- Yvonne Award Ceremony
- TEC Lounge Receptions
OncoDaily Party
When: June 1, 2025 (Late Evening, after the Yvonne Award).
Where: Secret location (RSVP or invite required).
The OncoDaily Party is where oncologists, biotech founders, young investigators, and media people meet without suits, slides, or badges getting in the way. Expect a packed venue, serious energy, and zero patience for boring small talk.
Levi Garraway: Transforming Oncology Through Precision, Resilience And Heart
“I owe a lot to mentors…”
Building a New Era in Precision Oncology
Levi Garraway’s academic training reads like a blueprint for excellence: MD and PhD degrees from Harvard, a residency in internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital, a medical oncology fellowship at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and service as a chief resident at Mass General.
“We discovered a new cancer-causing gene in melanoma – that was a pivotal moment.”
Levi Garraway with Stefan Frings, MD, PhD, Deputy Chief Medical Officer at Roche. Photo by Philip Wartena.
Advice to the Next Generation: Ruthless Focus, Deep Joy
“… Say no to things that are ‘nice to have’ but not ‘must have.’ That frees you to do the work that really matters – and to make time for the people and passions that enrich your life.”
The Books That Shaped His Thinking
- Good to Great by Jim Collins: “It taught me the behaviors of leaders who take organizations to unprecedented achievement.”
- The Power Law by Sebastian Mallaby: “It reframed how I think about transformative impact—not just in business, but in medicine.”
- The Years of Lyndon Johnson (especially Master of the Senate) by Robert Caro: “It showed how navigating complex systems – and unexpected people or events – can change history.”
A New Era Begins – D’Clinic Art Gallery Opens Its Doors in Yerevan
In the heart of Yerevan, a bold new chapter in oncology care and cultural spirit has begun. D’Clinic Art Gallery, a pioneering new concept that combines modern medical excellence with contemporary art, has officially opened its doors in Yerevan.
“Medicine, like art, is an expression of hope. We created D’Clinic to offer more than treatment. We created it to offer inspiration, dignity, and a global standard of care.”
D’Clinic will house several Centers of Excellence, each dedicated to a major area of cancer treatment:
- GI Cancer Center of Excellence
- Neuro-oncology Center of Excellence
- Sarcoma Center of Excellence
- Breast Cancer Center of Excellence
- Lung Cancer Center of Excellence
Each center is designed not only for advanced clinical care but also to foster innovation, education, and research. As Dr. Zohrabyan emphasized,
“Our goal is not simply to treat, but to lead – to innovate, to push boundaries, to bring the future of oncology to Armenia.”
Where to Study to Become ASCO President: 2025 Institutional Rankings
If becoming an ASCO president is your goal, knowing these schools matters.
- Harvard University and Affiliated Hospitals: A Proven Leader
- National Cancer Institute (NCI): Training Ground for Innovators
- Columbia University: Balancing Academics with Real-World Skills
- Yale University: Cultivating Thoughtful Leaders
5 to 10. Stanford University, UCSF, Weill Cornell Medicine, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Case Western Reserve University, University of Chicago (5 presidents from each institution).
Five ASCO Presidents. From left to right: Dr. Lori Pierce, Dr. Robin Zon, Dr. Lynn Schuchter, Dr. Winer, and Dr. Everett Vokes. / Photo From the ASCO Connection.
Innovation In Gastroesophageal Cancer
The MSK Therapeutics Accelerator
Esophageal and gastric cancers together represent the third leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide, with a rising incidence among younger patients. Despite recent therapeutic advances, the prognosis for patients with gastroesophageal cancer (GEC) remains poor, highlighting the urgent need for transformative, science-driven approaches.
To address this challenge, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) launched the Gastroesophageal Cancer Therapeutics Accelerator (GCTA) in 2024. This initiative, founded by Yelena Y. Janjigian, MD, Chief Attending of the Gastrointestinal Oncology Service at MSK, is designed to integrate translational research, clinical innovation, and global collaboration. Its mission is to drive new target discovery and ultimately deliver curative therapies for patients with GEC.
Read more about this initiative here.
Explore more about Yelena Janjigian on OncoDaily.
100 Influential Women in Oncology: Key Opinion Leaders to follow on Social Media in 2024
Starting on August 26, in honor of Women’s Equality Day in the United States, which marks the 1920 law that granted women the right to vote, OncoDaily began highlighting 100 remarkable female leaders in oncology from around the world. Each week, we introduced 10 of these inspiring women, and now we are pleased to share the final list for 2024. You can follow them on X (Twitter), LinkedIn and other Social Media accounts.
While there are countless exceptional women leaders in oncology who deserve recognition, we acknowledge that we couldn’t feature everyone. This is only the start, and we look forward to your nominations for 2025. We’ll be sharing the submission link soon.
Here are the 100 Influential Women in Oncology to follow in 2024:
Written by Sergey Badalyan, MD