25 Posts Not To Miss From MASCC 2025

The MASCC/ISOO 2025 Annual Meeting was held in Seattle, USA, from June 26 to 28, bringing together clinicians, researchers, and advocates dedicated to improving supportive care in cancer across the continuum of care. Jointly hosted by the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC) and the International Society of Oral Oncology (ISOO), the congress reaffirmed its role as the leading global forum for advancing supportive care research, clinical practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

This year’s meeting showcased an ambitious, patient-centered program addressing key challenges in oncology supportive care—ranging from symptom management and survivorship to integrative medicine, palliative care, and psychosocial support. Highlights included innovations in managing mucositis, fatigue, cancer cachexia, neuropathy, and oral complications of cancer therapy, alongside sessions on digital health tools, health equity, and caregiver support.

With hundreds of abstracts, expert panels, workshops, and late-breaking research, MASCC/ISOO 2025 emphasized real-world impact and global relevance. Special attention was given to emerging trends like personalized supportive care, artificial intelligence in symptom monitoring, and optimizing quality of life in patients receiving novel cancer therapies.

A core focus remained on engaging the next generation of healthcare professionals through mentorship initiatives, early-career forums, and collaborative sessions designed to foster multidisciplinary growth. The congress once again demonstrated MASCC’s unique ability to bridge clinical oncology with supportive disciplines and set new standards for integrative cancer care.

Now firmly established as a cornerstone in the oncology calendar, MASCC/ISOO 2025 highlighted the critical importance of supportive care as an essential component of comprehensive cancer treatment. As science and survivorship continue to evolve, the meeting offered an essential platform for sharing evidence, driving innovation, and advancing holistic, patient-centered cancer care.

Our team at OncoDaily has curated 25 key highlights from MASCC 2025. Scroll down to explore the most impactful sessions, hear from thought leaders, and stay ahead of the latest trends in blood science and patient-centered care.

MASCC:

“Don’t forget to check our listing of sponsored sessions at MASCC25, listed in addition to the regular scientific program in the mini program, the event app or on our website: https://mascc.org/annualmeeting2025/support-exhibition/meet-our-supporters-2/, These sessions are free of charge and no advance registration is required.”

Ian Kleckner PhD :

“Patients with cancer we should expect to get not just great anti-cancer treatment but also great SUPPORTIVE care

-Declan Walsh mascc2025 ”

Darcy Burbage:
“Excellent presentation happening now!In pediatric cancer pts, we are at a crossroads b/w health & education. Parents, providers & educators are key to addressing gaps as resources are limited, siloed & are impacted by MASCC.”

Dr. Kelly Shanahan:

“Dr Roeland talks about the promise of immunotherapy – but the side effects! Who follows and manages all the -itises that can occur? Do oncologists need to be experts in myocarditis and thyroiditis and colitis, etc, etc? Subspecialists need to be involved mascc25.”

Stacey Tinianov:

“We start anti-cancer therapeutics at the highest dose but start supportive care interventions at the lowest dose… WHY? asks
Eva Schumacher-Wulf.”

Dr Rahul Kumar:

“One of the highlights of #MASCC25 has been connecting with inspiring colleagues like  Saad Nasir,  founder of Residents & Early Career Oncologists Network and co-host of the “Second Opinion” podcast. We vibed over shared energy and passion for research.”

Darcy Burbage:

“Interesting findings! #YihuiWeiPhD & colleagues found that in female pediatric cancer survivors; body mass, visceral mass was associated with/BMI & shorter telomeres. Is it related to chronic inflammation?.”

Praveen Kumar Marimuthu:

“Important work from presented at MASCC25 by fellow YMOs Nihanthy Sreenath. Psychosocial distress in AYA pts with cancer
Dr Rahul Kumar, MD. Scalp cooling to prevent chemo-induced alopecia in children with ALL ISMPO.”

OncoDaily:

“MASCC 2025: Sarcopenia and CT Fat Metrics Show No Survival Impact in NSCLC.”

Ian Kleckner :

“The value of becoming a MASCC Center of Excellence is (1) better cancer care for patients (2) better visibility of the cancer center and (3) recognizing the great work of the cancer care team Dr. Andrea Antonuzzo.”

Chad Han:

“My pick for MASCC25 DAY 2: Beyond Survivorship 101 workshop! POV from medonc, PCP and cancer nurse, and session on cancer stigma (disparity++) in India! Looking forward to tomorrow morning’s session on loneliness by Enrique Soto, Imogen Ramsey.”

Dr. Kelly Shanahan:

“Stacey Stacey Tinianov reminds us that QoL is personal and the tools to measure QoL were NOT developed with patient input and often aren’t even filled out by the patient! ”

MASCC:

“With welcoming words from our 2025 Annual Meeting Chair Joanne Bowen, MASCC25 is officially underway!”

Quinton Ng :

“Presented by Alex Chan at mascc25, here’s a reminder that governmental support is greatly appreciated and valued by cancer patients and caregivers during their fight against cancer.”

Enrique Soto:

“Older adults aged 65-75 were less likely to have treatment modifications after the geriatric assessment as reported by Dr Alibhai in MASCC2025.”

The Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer :

“Day 2 of hashtag MASCC25 featured a New Members’ Breakfast for those new to MASCC; our second plenary session on Emerging Toxicities of Emerging Treatments; a Mentorship Networking Event for students and young professionals to connect with experienced mentors; and our “English Garden Party” Presidential Reception, complete with DJ, dinner, and dancing. Our speakers and oral rapid e-poster presenters are sharing high-quality research on topics across the spectrum of supportive care, as we work together to push the field forward. Still more to come tomorrow!”

Hope Rugo:

“MASCC2025 Alessandro Villa gives a very helpful talk about oral toxicities from targeted therapies.”

OncoDaily:

“2025 Highlights: Addressing Financial Toxicity in Cancer Supportive Care. At  MASCC2025, Prof. Alexandre Chan unveiled global survey findings showing how financial toxicity deepens disparities in cancer care worldwide.”

Fumiko Ladd Chino:

“Patient developed & recruited survey of people w MBC IV breastCancer on side effects from ADCs shows side effect burden is very high & dose reductions is COMMON. We need more research centered on the pt experience from new treatments. Dr. Kelly Shanahan.”

Helsinn Group:

“The stage is set for MASCC25! If you’re attending the MASCC Annual Meeting, come visit us at booth 12. We’re excited to share with you our dedication to supporting cancer pati ents’ treatment journey.”

MASCC:

“In 2025, we congratulate our inaugural cohort of MASCC Fellows. Fellow status is awarded to individuals who have made a sustained contribution to MASCC and demonstrated a continued high level of excellence in cancer supportive care practice and/or research.”

Jordan Curry:

“What a fantastic talk by Anna Campbell on developing exercise guidelines for people with a Central Venous Access Device (CVAD) in oncology. Great to see research advancing safe, empowering care in cancer rehabilitation Exercise Medicine,  Cancer Rehab, MASCC2025.”

Nicolas Hart:

“Another jam-packed day of catching up with colleagues, attending meetings, Chairing sessions, and listening to some exceptional research being done across survivorship and exercise oncology, as well as reducing inequities in accessing care. MASCC25.”

Tingting Zhang:

“Taking photo from Vicki Durston from BCNA – the group shot for presenters and panelists in MASCC25 parallel session from patient partners on common and uncommon toxicities.”

Nihanthy Sreenath:

“Honoured to present on psychosocial distress in AYA cancer patients at #MASCC2025 – a topic close to my heart. Grateful to my mentors.Proud to see shine – kudos to Dr. Praveen & Dr. Rahul for brilliant work on Mind & Money & scalp cooling in pediatric oncology.”

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Written by Nare Hovhannisyan, MD