Eric Horwitz, MD, FABS, FASTRO, Chair of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center and the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, was elected to the Executive Committee of the Society of Chairs of Academic Radiation Oncology Programs (SCAROP), part of the American Society of Radiation Oncology (ASTRO).

ASTRO is an organization founded in 1958 whose mission is to advance the field of radiation oncology through research, education, and professional development. ASTRO has over 10,000 members from healthcare professions who specialize in treating patients with radiation therapies.

“This election to SCAROP, for me, is an opportunity to interact more closely with peers around the country and members of the ASTRO executive team. As part of this team, I will be able to help set goals and policies for SCAROP and how we work with ASTRO’s leadership,” said Horwitz. “The group is small enough to get things done and contribute to the growth of our specialty.”

SCAROP’s mission is to allow the chairs of academic radiation oncology programs to discuss issues in the field and encourage the exchange of ideas through free and informal discussions. SCAROP provides a forum for chairs to discuss a variety of topics, including quality and standards for radiation oncology programs, funding of radiation oncology programs, and research promotion.

During these meetings, SCAROP members can gather insights about training programs and improvements for the future of the radiation oncology workforce. It also gives members an opportunity to share ideas and concerns with other program leaders.

“As a chair who has been in this position for more than 15 years, I feel like I have something to offer to chairs who are younger and less experienced. Being both a member of SCAROP and on the executive committee also gives me the chance to learn from others and make changes that can improve the Department of Radiation Oncology at Fox Chase and the Lewis Katz School of Medicine as well,” said Horwitz.

Horwitz has been with Fox Chase since 1997, and in 2009 he was promoted from Associate Professor to Professor. He is also the Gerald E. Hanks Chair in Radiation Oncology. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and co-authored multiple chapters in various oncology texts. Horwitz is annually listed as one of Philadelphia magazine’s Top Doctors and has been listed in Castle Connolly’s America’s Top Doctors.

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About the Lewis Katz School of Medicine
Founded in 1901, the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University attracts students and faculty committed to advancing individual and population health through culturally competent patient care, research, education, and service. The School confers the MD degree; MS and PhD degrees in Biomedical Science; the MA in Urban Bioethics; the MS in Physician Assistant studies; a certificate in Narrative Medicine; a non-degree post-baccalaureate program; several dual degree programs with other Temple University schools; continuing medical education programs; and in partnership with Temple University Hospital, 40 residency and fellowship programs for physicians. The School also manages a robust portfolio of publicly and privately funded transdisciplinary studies aimed at advancing the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease – with specialized research centers focused on heart disease, cancer, substance use disorder, metabolic disease, and other regional and national health priorities. To learn more about the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, please visit: medicine.temple.edu.

About Fox Chase Cancer Center
Fox Chase Cancer Center (Fox Chase), which includes the Institute for Cancer Research and the American Oncologic Hospital and is a part of Temple Health, is one of the leading comprehensive cancer centers in the United States. Founded in 1904 in Philadelphia as one of the nation’s first cancer hospitals, Fox Chase was also among the first institutions to be designated a National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Cancer Center in 1974. Fox Chase is also one of just 10 members of the Alliance of Dedicated Cancer Centers. Fox Chase researchers have won the highest awards in their fields, including two Nobel Prizes. Fox Chase physicians are also routinely recognized in national rankings, and the Center’s nursing program has received the Magnet recognition for excellence six consecutive times. Today, Fox Chase conducts a broad array of nationally competitive basic, translational, and clinical research, with special programs in cancer prevention, detection, survivorship, and community outreach. It is the policy of Fox Chase Cancer Center that there shall be no exclusion from, or participation in, and no one denied the benefits of, the delivery of quality medical care on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, disability, age, ancestry, color, national origin, physical ability, level of education, or source of payment.

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