SWOG Front Line
Our @swog.org group chair's blog:
An ASCO Hill Day in Interesting Times
I was in DC last week to advocate for consistent+ funding for NIH, NCI, and ARPA-H in FY2026 and for other policies important to cancer research & to patients with cancer. #ASCOAdvocacySummit
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This week we went to DC with ASCO member Dr. Sumanta Pal for the #ASCOAdvocacySummit. Follow his day as he met with fellow ASCO advocates and Members of Congress. You can still take action online: brnw.ch/21wRWIQ
Thank you to our dedicated volunteers! Together we reached lawmakers and advocated for #cancercare and research priorities during the 2025 #ASCOAdvocacySummit and Week of Action.
Read more: brnw.ch/21wRWzu
It’s #ASCOAdvocacySummit Week of Action! Urge lawmakers to prioritize cancer care by supporting NIH/NCI funding, and ending drug shortages. Take action now via the ACT Network! #CancerResearch
asco.org/actnetwork
Proud of the phenomenal @mdanderson.bsky.social trainees participating in @ascocancer.bsky.social
#ASCOAdvocacySummit advocating for pts on 🗝️ oncology issues affecting Texans:
✅ cancer research funding
✅ the need to #fixpriorAuth
✅ dangers of drug shortages
🙌 Drs Argrawal, Campoverde, & Dizman
#ASCOAdvocacySummit Walked 14,000 steps today to visit the offices of 2 senators & 4 Representatives in Congress with the awesome delegation of oncologists from FL to advocate for #NIHFunding #cancerresearch #priorauthorization
#drugshortages
#physicianadvocates @ascocancer @sylvestercancer
Two woman in front of the capital on a windy day
🇺🇸 #ASCOAdvocacySummit with my @ascocancer.bsky.social Leadership Development Program friend Dr Shilpa Gupta. We spoke to our elected officials about issues that directly impact patients: research funding, #priorAuth, & drug shortages.
Join today w/ the ACT Network:
asco.quorum.us/action_center/
10 oncologists in an elevator
The Texas delegation rolling deep & coming in hot. 🔥
We are here for @ascocancer.bsky.social #ASCOAdvocacySummit speaking to our Congressmen from the great Lone Star State 🤠 🇺🇸 about the importance of cancer research funding, the need to #fixpriorAuth, & the dangers of drug shortages.
An honor to meet w/Rep.Magaziner staff, Raisa Majid with Drs. Mega & Strenger to discuss key #ASCOAdvocacySummit asks including consistent funding for the NIH, NCI, and ARPA-H; the Improving Seniors' Timely Access to Care Act; partnering on a Solution to End Drug
Shortages. @ascocancer.bsky.social
I am urging lawmakers to ensure long-term stability for oncology treatments, which will ultimately save and prolong lives. With transparency and strong manufacturing, this is preventable. #ASCOAdvocacySummit #drugshortages @ascocancer.bsky.social
We ask Congress & the Administration to intervene to secure the pharmaceutical pipeline & address #drugshortages
I have written guidance position⬇️ sat w/clinic pts deciding what to do when we run out of their cancer drug #ASCOAdvocacySummit @ascocancer.bsky.social
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Cancer #drugshortages impact both peds& adult populations, causing treatment disruptions & delays, potentially leading to irreversible cancer progression. I am an AssocProfessor & leading cancer researcher—I know my patients, along w/all pts,deserve better #ASCOAdvocacySummit @ascocancer.bsky.social
I am joining over 150 oncologists this week at the #ASCOAdvocacySummit in Washington, D.C. to urge Congress to help address existing #drugshortages and prevent future shortages of lifesaving and life-prolonging cancer drugs. @ascocancer.bsky.social
Had delightful meeting w/Sen. Whitehouse staffer Joe Page
w/Drs Mega & Strenger to discuss key #ASCOAdvocacySummit key asks incld consistent funding for the NIH, NCI & ARPA-H; the Improving Seniors' Timely Access to Care Act; partnering on a Solution to End Drug Shortages @ascocancer.bsky.social
Lurie Cancer Center Drs. Sheetal Kircher, Sunandana Chandra & Tara Henderson are on the Hill at the #ASCOAdvocacySummit to advocate for cancer research and ensure all patients have access to high-quality cancer care! @ascocancer.bsky.social @nufeinbergmed.bsky.social @luriechildrens.bsky.social
ASCO CEO Cliff Hudis joined #RhodeIsland’s #ASCOAdvocacySummit delegates Drs.Mega, Strenger & I meeting w/Senator Reed Our key asks incld consistent funding for NIH, NCI & ARPA-H; the Improving Seniors' Timely Access to CareAct; partnering on a Solution to End DrugShortages @ascocancer.bsky.social
Thank you @RepMoskowitz for meeting with us to discuss funding for #CancerResearch, #PriorAuthorization reform and #DrugShortages #AscoAdvocacySummit @SylvesterCancer @ASCO
#ASCOAdvocacy
An honor to meet w/ #RepGabeAmo this AM w/Drs. Mega & Strenger to discuss key #ASCOAdvocacySummit asks including consistent funding for the NIH, NCI, and ARPA-H; the Improving Seniors' Timely Access to Care Act; partnering on a
Comprehensive Solution to End Drug Shortages. @ascocancer.bsky.social
SWOG leaders at ASCO Advocacy Summit 2025
@swog.org leaders at @ascocancer.bsky.social #ASCOAdvocacySummit 2025 in DC:
Drs. Paul Hesketh, Charles Blanke, Anne Chiang, Raymond Osarogiagbon, Rafeh Naqash.
Goals:
- Robust federal funding for #CancerResearch, NCI, & NIH
- #FixPriorAuth
- #DrugShortages solutions
Florida @ASCO Delegation at Capitol Hill this morning for #ASCOAdvocacySummit @RManochakian @atperez_md @DevikaDasMD @Sonampuri
Four people standing on a staircase
The best part of @ascocancer.bsky.social #ASCOAdvocacySummit is advocating on Capital Hill for patients with cancer.
The 2nd best part is seeing some of my favorite fellow health policy friends, colleagues, and collaborators.
@barnesjm.bsky.social @meeraragavan.bsky.social
Happy to be part of the #ASCOAdvocacysummit Day2 - training session- powerful training from oncology leaders and legislators committed to advancing cancer policy. Grateful for the insights, momentum, and shared mission to improve care for all patients.
Thank you, @ASCO
for naming me an Advocacy Champion at the #ASCOAdvocacySummit. I am proud to advocate on issues important to our patients like
#PriorAuth
#CancerResearch #NIHFunding
#DrugShortages
Looking forward to impactful conversations at Capitol Hill tomorrow!
@SylvesterCancer
#RhodeIsland’s own Anthony Mega engaging with the #ASCOAdvocacySummit team around ways oncology clinicians can advocate for prior authorization reform thru Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act. #PriorAuth
@ascocancer.bsky.social @weldeiry.bsky.social
#ASCOAdvocacySummit learning from @ASCO experts on the hurdles and process to get #PriorAuthorizationBill created and why it takes yrs to get things done. Our cancer pts can’t afford delays #FixPriorAuthorization
Hot tips from #ASCOAdvocacySummit #ASCOAdvocacy:
A Media Interview (or high profile meeting) is the WRONG TIME for an original thought. Stay on message! Come prepared.
Preach! 🙌🏻 🗣️
@ascocancer.bsky.social @lymphomadoc.bsky.social @ishwaria.bsky.social
I'm honored to be named an Advocacy Champion by @ascocancer.bsky.social.
I am committed to advocate for health policy that improves affordability and protects access to high quality cancer care for all.
#ASCOAdvocacySummit
Participate remotely today:
asco.quorum.us/action_center/
A headshot of Dr. Thomas George.
Congratulations to @tgeorgemd.bsky.social, our deputy director, on being named an Advocacy Champion at the @ascocancer.bsky.social Advocacy Summit for his meaningful work in 2024 to ensure that every patient with #cancer has access to high-quality care: bit.ly/4i5Bcld
#ASCOAdvocacySummit
April is #CancerControlMonth and I am honored to be named an Advocacy Champion by ASCO
at the 2025 #ASCOAdvocacySummit Let’s continue to advocate for policies that expand timely access to #cancer care and #clinicaltrials! #ascoadvocacy
April is #CancerControlMonth and I'm honored to be named an Advocacy Champion by @ascocancer.bsky.social. Committed to advocate for policies protecting access to #cancer care and #clinicaltrials, especially for our vulnerable older adults. Together, we can make a difference! 🎗️ #ASCOAdvocacySummit
