The Society for Radiation Oncology Administrators is the authority for radiation oncology operations.
It is committed to providing education, advocacy and information to radiation oncology administrators. SROA operates on four main objectives; these are to:
Improve the administration of the business and nonmedical management aspects of radiation oncology and the practice of radiation oncology as a cost-effective form of health care delivery.
1. Provide a forum for dialogue between the members on matters of professional interest.
2. Disseminate information to and among the members of the Society.
3. Generally promote the field of radiation oncology administration.
11/08/2025
Findings from the SUPREMO trial, led by The University of Edinburgh, suggest "can be safely omitted" for patients who have a . Reporting on the findings, he article says, "There was no difference in overall survival of patients after ten years of follow up – 81.4 per cent of those who received radiotherapy were still alive, compared with 81.9 per cent of those who did not."
Radiotherapy can be safely omitted as a treatment for many breast cancer patients who have had a mastectomy and are taking anti-cancer drugs, a study shows.
11/04/2025
📊 Contribute to the 2025 SROA Practice Metrics Survey!
Your input helps SROA gather key benchmarks on productivity, staffing, salaries, benefits, and more, providing valuable insights into radiation oncology operations nationwide.
The survey takes about an hour to complete and can be saved and returned anytime.
💡 Member participants receive the full results free of charge!
New research suggests that vaccines, like the -19 vaccines, act like an alarm that awakens the body's immune system. They could also help the immune system recognize and attack tumors.
New study reveals that vaccines developed using mRNA might hold the key to 'off-the-shelf' cancer vaccine.
10/21/2025
Having a patient sit up instead of lying down for treatment could be revolutionary.
Startup Leo Cancer Care is transforming proton radiation treatment with a simple idea: having patients sit up instead of lying down. Now hospitals that include Stanford and McLaren are lining up to buy dozens of machines.
09/24/2025
Innovation Meets Application at SROA 2025
From cutting-edge treatments to data-powered decision-making, the SROA 2025 Annual Meeting brings you the insights you need to lead.
🔍 Featured Sessions:
• Stereotactic Treatment Delivery Excellence
• Establishing Radioligand Therapy in Community Hospitals
• Using Varian InSightive Analytics to Drive Results
Walk away with tools you can use - day one back in the office.
Join us in San Francisco for the New Administrators Pre-Conference Workshop at the SROA Annual Meeting!
📅 Saturday, Sept 27 | 1:00–5:00 pm
📍 Hyatt Regency San Francisco
💲 $150 (conference registration not required)
This half-day, interactive session is designed for administrators with less than 18 months of experience. Gain practical tools, understand key terminology, and learn how to navigate coding, budgeting, and HR needs with confidence.
Why attend the SROA 2025 Annual Meeting?
Because it’s not just another big conference.
✅ Small setting, big impact – connect directly with industry leaders without the barriers of a massive event.
✅ Real conversations – share challenges and solutions with peers who understand your work.
✅ Practical insights – leave with tools you can apply right away in your practice.
📅 Sept 28 – Oct 1, 2025
📍 Hyatt Regency San Francisco
🌟 Explore the Future of Oncology Administration 🌟Bold Innovations. Real-World Impact.
Your role as a leader isn’t just about today—it’s about preparing your team and your patients for what’s coming next. At the SROA 2025 Annual Meeting in San Francisco, you’ll gain the insights you need to anticipate the future of cancer care.
🚀 Topics include:
Proton therapy, carbon ion radiation, and AI innovations
The Brave New World of Reimbursement and Legislative Updates (2025 & 2026)
Radiation Therapist Recruitment & Retention strategies
Adaptive Radiation Therapy billing and reimbursement challenges
📅 September 28 – October 1, 2025
📍 San Francisco, CA
Read about a financial literacy program for radiation oncology residents at UCLA.
Financial literacy remains a critical yet often neglected component of medical education. Radiation Oncology residents face significant financial stressors, including high educational debt, limited exposure to personal finance, and the increasing burden of financial toxicity among patients. These st...
09/09/2025
New Webinar – Registration Open: 2026 Radiation Oncology Payment Policy Updates: Will You Be Ready?
📅 October 9, 2025
🕛 12:00 – 12:45 PM ET
Major updates are on the horizon for oncology payment policies. Join RCCS experts Ron DiGiaimo and Teri Bedard as they break down the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), HOPPS proposed rules, and updates to ROCR - and what these changes mean for coding, billing, and operational workflows.
💡 What to Expect:
✔️ Key insights into payment policy changes
✔️ Practical impacts for freestanding & hospital-based settings
✔️ Live Q&A with industry experts
Join RCCS oncology industry experts Ron DiGiaimo and Teri Bedard for an essential webinar designed specifically for SROA members. With the release of the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) and Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (HOPPS) proposed rules and updates to ROCR sent to....
09/04/2025
The Leadership Playbook: Reimbursement & Workforce 2025
Tightening reimbursement models. Evolving regulations. A workforce under pressure. These are the realities oncology administrators face every day.
At the SROA 2025 Annual Meeting, learn strategies from leaders who have navigated these same challenges and found what works.
🔑 Key sessions include:
-Reimbursement & Legislative Updates for 2025–2026
-Recruitment & Retention of Radiation Therapists
-Billing & Reimbursement Challenges in Adaptive Therapy
📅 Sept 28 – Oct 1 | San Francisco, CA
📍 Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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Since 1984, the Society for Radiation Oncology Administrators (SROA) has provided a supportive network of expertise for radiation oncology administrators to improve and advance their management of organizational operations, finance, research and human resources. As a necessary membership association catering to a niche profession, SROA provides the most current, relevant, and helpful information that impacts radiation oncology practices and departments on a daily basis—whether in a hospital, university, or freestanding environment.
By actively participating in our organization and networking with fellow members for advice, ideas, and troubleshooting, you’ll find many ways to capitalize on the opportunities SROA offers.
From our Annual Meeting to our online community forum—SROA Connect—and popular resources like the Billing and Coding Special Edition, SROA membership offers indispensable value that will guide your efforts to implement continual enhancements in radiation oncology. You’ll also have numerous chances to connect with contributing members and service providers—from equipment manufacturers to staffing agencies and billing consultants—who offer the expertise to elevate your organization’s workflows and processes.
Use SROA as your most reliable resource to execute and invent best practices in the highly specialized field of radiation oncology administration. From managing constant changes in technology and regulations to hiring better candidates to applying improved workflows and doing more with less—you’ll find the answers you need to help you do your job more effectively.
