ARO Medical Student Committee

Empowering the Next Generation of Radiation Oncology Leaders

The Applied Radiation Oncology (ARO) Medical Student Committee is a student-driven initiative dedicated to engaging and supporting the next generation of radiation oncology professionals. Established in 2022, the committee provides medical students with opportunities to collaborate with peers, share perspectives, develop professional skills, and contribute meaningful educational content to the radiation oncology community.

At the heart of the committee's activities is ARO StudentScan, a student-led eNewsletter developed to highlight topics, trends, research, and experiences of particular interest to medical students exploring careers in radiation oncology. Committee members play an active role in identifying relevant topics, developing editorial content, and helping shape a publication that reflects the interests and perspectives of their peers.

Beyond StudentScan, committee members are encouraged to bring forward new ideas and pursue additional educational and editorial initiatives in collaboration with the ARO editorial team. Previous student-led efforts have included the BeamOn Podcast, ARO Insight blogs, and contributions to peer-reviewed articles. These projects demonstrate the creativity, initiative, and leadership that students bring to the committee.

Through these experiences, members gain valuable exposure to medical publishing, scientific communication, editorial development, and professional collaboration while helping advance awareness and understanding of radiation oncology among future physicians.

The committee benefits from the guidance and mentorship of Sarah Hoffe, MD, section head of GI Radiation Oncology at Moffitt Cancer Center and a member of the ARO Editorial Advisory Board. Her continued support helps foster an environment in which students are empowered to develop their ideas and contribute to the specialty.