In this episode, host Petros Grivas, MD, PhD, FASCO, welcomes Annemarie Shepherd, MD, the medical director of Fred Hutch Cancer Center – Proton Therapy, to discuss the field of proton therapy and its advancements. They explore the technology, clinical trials, patient-centered care, collaboration and the future of radiation oncology.
Key Topics:
Shepherd's journey from the Northeast to Fred Hutch and her move to Seattle
Overview of Fred Hutch Proton Therapy's technology and unique regional role
Advancements in proton therapy technology such as pencil beam and machine upgrades
Current and upcoming clinical trials: leptomeningeal disease treatment and hippocampal sparing in craniospinal radiation
National registry efforts through the Proton Collaborative Group
Collaboration with community healthcare providers for patient access
Future directions in radiation oncology: precision, integration with systemic therapies, and benign conditions
The interdisciplinary nature of thoracic oncology and team collaboration at Fred Hutch
Integration of artificial intelligence in radiation planning
Leadership insights: active listening and advocacy during organizational change
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