 | | Today, Dr. Quynh-Thu Le, Chair of RTOG Foundation, was honored with the 2025 Gold Medal Award from the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)—the highest accolade bestowed by the society. This distinguished award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding and enduring contributions to the field of radiation oncology across clinical care, research, education, and professional service. Dr. Le received the award during the ASTRO Annual Meeting Award Ceremony held in San Francisco on September 30, 2025.
In addition to her role at RTOG Foundation, Dr. Le is one of the NRG Oncology Group Chairs. She also serves as Interim Chair of the Department of Radiology, Chair of the Department of Radiation Oncology, and holds the Katharine Dexter McCormick & Stanley McCormick Memorial Professorship at Stanford University. Her clinical expertise centers on head and neck cancers, and she has led numerous multicenter phase II and III trials aimed at advancing therapeutic strategies and improving patient outcomes.
Dr. Le’s selection as a Gold Medal recipient is a reflection of her remarkable leadership, research accomplishments, and unwavering commitment to the field. We extend our warmest congratulations on this well-earned recognition.
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