Stanford Radiation Oncology

08/27/2026

We are excited to announce that Xianjin Dai, PhD, assistant professor of radiation oncology, along with co-investigators Lei Xing, PhD, the Jacob Haimson and Sarah S. Donaldson Professor, Billy Loo, MD, PhD, professor of radiation oncology, and Zhuoran Jiang, PhD, clinical assistant professor of radiation oncology - radiation physics, received a $75,000 SCI Innovation Award for his proposal, "AI-Enhanced Image Registration for Upright Proton Therapy."

Radiation therapy effective for lung cancer can unintentionally damage nearby healthy heart and lung tissue. Upright proton therapy addresses this by seating patients, which expands the lungs and reduces motion during treatment. Stanford installed the world’s first ultra-compact upright system, but existing imaging tools only account for patients lying down. Supported by the SCI Innovation Award and Lung Cancer Center, researchers Dai, Xing, Loo, and Jiang are developing AI tools to align multi-position medical images, improving treatment precision and safety.

Congratulations to the team on receiving this award!

08/25/2026

Stanford Radiation Oncology congratulates Nataliya Kovalchuk, PhD, Clinical Professor of Radiation Oncology, on being awarded the Order of Princess Olha (III Degree) by the President of Ukraine.

This distinguished state honor recognizes her work together with Help Ukraine Group - HUG and their dedication to advancing radiation oncology education, training, and cancer care in Ukraine during the war.

Through her work with HUG, Dr. Kovalchuk has mobilized critical support for cancer centers across Ukraine— coordinating medical supplies, international training programs, and essential resources to sustain lifesaving oncology care during wartime.

This prestigious state honor recognizes her tireless advocacy, scientific leadership, and unwavering commitment to Ukrainian healthcare providers and patients.

Join us in celebrating this incredible milestone.

08/20/2026

Shout-out to George Kittle and the San Francisco 49ers for sending special gifts and words to our amazing first proton therapy patient, Stephen DeLaTorre, including gloves signed and worn by Kittle himself!

Our resident Erron Collins was more than happy to model them for the camera. We appreciate your wonderful and meaningful support and kindness. Thank you to Leo Cancer Care and Mevion Medical Systems for making this treatment possible.

08/10/2026

Shout-out to Ruijiang Li, PhD, Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology, who was featured in the ASCO Post article “Four Ways AI Is Transforming Patient Care— and What Lies Ahead”!

In the article, five experts discuss how artificial intelligence is individualizing treatment, improving clinical trial matching and drug discovery, and empowering patients. Dr. Li explains leveraging personalizing clinical care with AI models.

Read the full article here:

During her Presidential address at the 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting, Robin T. Zon, MD, FACP, FASCO, assessed how artificial intelligence (AI) is driving knowledge into action in the field of oncology, and...

07/29/2026

Want to join Stanford Radiation Oncology?

We are seeking a board-eligible or board-certified radiation oncologist to join the Department in the Clinician Educator line (open rank). We are particularly interested in candidates who have an interest and experience with treating gastrointestinal (GI) and genitourinary (GU) cancers.

The major criterion for appointment as Clinician Educators is excellence in the overall mix of clinical care, teaching, administrative and/or scholarship appropriate to the programmatic need the individual is expected to fulfill. Academic rank will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

Follow the link to apply and learn more about the position:

The Department of Radiation Oncology at Stanford University seeks a board eligible or board-certified radiation oncologist to join the Department in the Clinician Educator line (open rank). We are particularly interested in candidates who have interest and experience with treating gastrointestinal (...

07/24/2026

Please join us in celebrating the newest Fellows of the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM), Xuejun Gu, PhD, and Amy Yu, PhD! Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!

07/23/2026

We are excited to announce that Emily Smith, MD, has been appointed to the 2026-2027 RSS Residents Association Executive Committee!

Executive committee members are responsible for steering educational initiatives, mentorship programs, and career development for clinical and medical physics trainees.

Dr. Smith’s research has focused on expanding the applications of stereotactic radiosurgery, including its role in treating spinal arteriovenous malformations and its use for benign conditions in pediatric and young adult patients.

Congratulations, Dr. Smith!

07/16/2026

Please join us in wishing a warm welcome to Jacob Buatti, PhD, who joins us as a Clinical Assistant Professor (Radiation Physics)!

His clinical and research interests include developing and implementing AI tools, adaptive therapy, ESAPI scripting, and advanced techniques such as Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy, Total Marrow and Lymphoid Irradiation, and Total Body Irradiation.

Welcome to Stanford, Dr. Buatti!

07/09/2026

Please join us in congratulating Nataliya Kovalchuk, PhD, on being selected as the 2026 ARRO Global Health Faculty Award recipient in Medical Physics!

This award recognizes outstanding contributions to global radiation oncology, commitment to expanding access to high-quality cancer care, and dedication to education and mentorship within the global oncology community.

Congratulations on this well-deserved honor, Dr. Kovalchuk!

07/08/2026

Want to join Stanford Radiation Oncology?

The Department of Radiation Oncology at Stanford University seeks a board-eligible or board-certified radiation oncologist to join the Department in the Clinician Educator line (open rank). We are particularly interested in candidates who have an interest and experience with treating gastrointestinal (GI) and genitourinary (GU) cancers.

Find about more about the position below:

The Department of Radiation Oncology at Stanford University seeks a board eligible or board-certified radiation oncologist to join the Department in the Clinician Educator line (open rank). We are particularly interested in candidates who have interest and experience with treating gastrointestinal (...