Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists

75th RANZCR ASM Celebrating 90 Years of RANZCR Melbourne

The 75th RANZCR Annual Scientific Meeting is less than three months away and is set to be the biggest and most dynamic yet. This milestone year celebrates 75 ASMs and 90 years of RANZCR, bringing together an exceptional line-up of speakers from across the globe, cutting-edge scientific content, and the chance to connect with colleagues from every corner of the cancer care community.

The 2025 program will reflect on RANZCR’s rich history while looking ahead to the future of our professions.

Below are some of the sessions to look forward to:

• • World-Class Faculty Hear from leading experts from the USA, Nepal, Canada, Ukraine, Sweden, Germany, Indonesia, as well as esteemed national speakers
  • Re-Irradiation with Dr Arjun Sahgal, Dr Simon Lo, Dr Upendra Parvathaneni, Dr Dee Khutia, Prof Nina Sandford and Dr Amar Kishan
  • Non-Malignant/ Flash RT with Dr Dee Khutia and Dr Gabriel Adrian
  • Special Interest Group Sessions Hear the latest in research from FROGG, ANZPROG, APROSIG, TROG
  • Saturday Dedicated Trainee Day Tailored sessions to launch and support your career.
  • Varian Prize Session Support the highest scoring trainee presentations as they compete for the prestigious Varian Prize.
  • Targeting Cancer Fun Run What better way to start your Saturday than a walk or run by the beautiful Yarra River while raising awareness of radiation therapy.
  • Annual Ceremony Congratulate our New Fellows of the College, celebrate this year’s award winners, and welcome 25 international society representatives.
  • Networking Events Connect at the Varian FRO Dinner on Thursday Night and celebrate 90 years of the College at the Gala Dinner on Saturday.

The convenors, A/Prof Wee Loon Ong, Dr Rose Thomas, Dr Jyothirmayi Velaga and Dr Diedrick De Boo are working tirelessly to deliver a fantastic couple of days of exceptional and relevant content, cutting-edge research presentations, engaging workshops and a lively social program. Thank you to all who have contributed thus far including RO trainee representatives Dr Chris Ip and Dr Jema Xu.

This is more than a College meeting, it is a convergence of knowledge, innovation, and community. Whether you're a trainee, a consultant, or somewhere in between, there’s something for everyone.

Preview the preliminary ASM program.

RANSZCR 75th ASM
23-25 October 2025
Melbourne, VIC

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World Radiotherapy Awareness Day – 7 September

September 7 marks World Radiotherapy Awareness Day (WRAD), a global celebration of the life-saving role of radiotherapy in healthcare.

RANZCR is proud to support WRAD, shining a light on how radiation is used safely, effectively, and innovatively in medicine. It is also a day to recognise the skill, dedication, and collaboration of the radiation oncology workforce, radiation oncologists, medical physicists, radiation therapists, and countless others whose expertise ensures patients receive the highest quality care. WRAD is not just about celebration, it is also about advocacy. Around the world, and even in parts of our own region, access to safe and effective radiation services is still limited. By marking this day, we raise awareness of the need for equitable access to radiation technologies, skilled professionals, and quality-assured services for every patient, no matter where they live.

This year, we encourage everyone in the cancer care community to join the conversation, share the message, and help highlight the critical role radiation plays in modern medicine. Whether you attend an event, share stories online, or simply spark discussions in your workplace, your voice helps amplify the impact of WRAD.

APROSIG – Strengthening Radiation Oncology Across the Asia-Pacific

The Asia-Pacific Radiation Oncology Special Interest Group (APROSIG) is a RANZCR special interest group dedicated to improving access to safe, effective, and sustainable radiation therapy across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) in our region. Our mission extends well beyond the delivery of equipment, we work to strengthen every link in the chain of cancer care: ensuring there are trained staff, robust clinical standards, and strong quality assurance processes so that patients receive the highest standard of treatment, no matter where they live.

Collaboration is central to our approach. APROSIG works closely with multidisciplinary partners, including the Asia-Pacific Special Interest Group of the Australasian College of Physical Scientists and Engineers in Medicine (ACPSEM), the Global Medical Radiation Practitioner Reference Group of the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (ASMIRT), COSA’s Global Oncology Group, and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). These partnerships bring together radiation oncologists, medical physicists, radiation therapists, and other allied professionals to share knowledge, resources, and practical solutions.

Our members have supported colleagues in Papua New Guinea, Cambodia, Mongolia, and Vietnam through targeted short-term educational visits, longer volunteer placements, and virtual peer review initiatives such as ASPRONET. We also facilitate inbound visits, enabling LMIC colleagues to experience the systems, workflows, and innovations in Australian and New Zealand radiation oncology centres, building capacity and fostering lasting professional relationships.

Beyond clinical support, APROSIG contributes to system-level improvements through participation in IAEA service assessments in PNG, Fiji, and Cambodia, and by leading IAEA Technical Cooperation projects. Recent initiatives include assisting member states in optimising departmental Oncology Information Systems to capture and interpret data for quality improvement purposes.

APROSIG is a community built on shared expertise, mutual respect, and a commitment to equity in cancer care. New members, whether RANZCR Fellows, trainees, or other professionals in the cancer care space — are always welcome. Contact [email protected] to join our network or learn more about our work.