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SIO NCCN Submission
The Society of Interventional Oncology (SIO) submitted updates to the NCCN Guidelines of Breast Cancer. Submitted by Amy Deipolyi, MD, PhD, FSIR, Division Chief, WVU/Charleston Area Medical Center; Kenneth Tomkovich, MD, Director of Breast Imaging and Interventions, Princeton Radiology; and Robert C. Ward, MD, Program Director, Breast Imaging Fellowship, The Warren Alpert Medical School, Brown University, this letter recommends image-guided cryoablation may be considered in patients with contraindications to surgery, including those with significant comorbidities, wound-healing limitations, coagulopathies, or those unable to discontinue anticoagulation or safely undergo anesthesia.
Download the complete letter here
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Be Part of Something Bigger
The Society of Interventional Oncology (SIO) is more than just a professional organization. It's a global community of innovators, researchers, and clinicians who are redefining what's possible in cancer care. When you join SIO, you're not just gaining access to resources—you're stepping into a network that empowers you to lead, collaborate, and make a lasting impact.
Now through 30 September take advantage of our limited-time extended membership and receive full benefits through December 2026.
As an SIO member, you'll gain:
- Connection to a global network of more than 1,300 IO and IR professionals
- Collaboration opportunities on groundbreaking research like the ACCLAIM and TRIBUTE trials
- Access to premier education at discounted rates, including the SIO 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting and specialized master classes
- Influence in shaping the future of IO through leadership, professional community, and innovation
Whether you're advancing your clinical expertise, contributing to transformative research, or building a global network, SIO is where your next chapter begins. Join today and be part of the future of interventional oncology.
Need assistance with your membership? Please visit our FAQ page or contact info@sio-central.org for help troubleshooting.
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Join Us for Talk #4: Balancing Research in Residency and Early Attending Years on 4 July 2025
We are excited to announce the return of the Talk Tuesdays virtual series for its fourth year!
Hosted by the Society of Interventional Oncology (SIO) Research Development Sub-Committee, this free, engaging series is designed to promote interventional oncology (IO) research, raise awareness, and foster diversity among early-career diagnostic and interventional radiologists.
This year, Talk Tuesdays will bring together leading IO professionals to share their expertise, insights, and experiences. Whether you're an early-career radiologist or someone seeking to expand your knowledge in interventional oncology, this series offers an invaluable opportunity to learn from experts and advance your career in IO.
By participating in the full series, live or on-demand, you could be eligible for two awards: the SIO Young IO Research Fellowship Awards and/or Abstract Travel Awards.
Register Today
Talk #4: Balancing Research in Residency and Early Attending Years
Tuesday, 8 July | 7 p.m. ET
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Questions? Please contact education@sio-central.org.
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Mark Your Calendar: Key Dates Ahead
If you haven't heard, the SIO 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting will be taking place 4-8 February 2026, in the charming city of Savannah, Georgia! This meeting will bring the interventional oncology (IO) community together for expert-led education, hands-on learning, and meaningful connections. But before we meet in Savannah, there are several important dates you won't want to miss:
- Young IO Research Fellowship and Abstract Travel Award
Application Open: 1 August
- Call For Scientific Abstracts
Applications Open: 1 August
- IO Essentials Scholarship
Applications Open: 4 August
Whether you are planning to submit research, apply for a scholarship, or expand your expertise alongside colleagues, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow professionally and share your research with a global community of more than 1,000 IO and IR professionals. Stay tuned for more details!
Registration will open in late summer.
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Registration Is Now Open for the 2025 MSK Master Class
Join SIO in Boston on 4 October for the MSK Master Class: Interventions in Musculoskeletal Oncology, held at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center/Harvard Medical School.
This one-day, hybrid master class shifts the focus from traditional lectures to the application and mastery of content, giving you an immersive experience designed to deepen your knowledge and sharpen your clinical skills for practical use.
Using a reverse learning approach, attendees will receive high-yield, pre-recorded lectures to watch at their own pace before coming on site. Once in Boston, instruction will be dedicated to collaborative problem-solving activities, small group discussions, and hands-on demonstrations.
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Key topics:
- NCCN Guideline Updates for MSK IO — Cases from MDT Tumor Boards
- Ablation and Thermoprotective Techniques — More than Meets the Eye
- Pelvic Fixation in Oncology — Beyond Cement
- Image Guided Pain Palliation in Oncology
We look forward to seeing you in Boston this October for this unique learning opportunity!
Have questions about registration? Email us at info@sio-central.org.
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Register Now for the 2025 Breast Cryoablation Master Class
Join SIO in Boston on 5 October for the 2025 Master Class on Breast Cryoablation, hosted at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center/Harvard Medical School.
This course offers a focused exploration of breast cryoablation, featuring current research, real-world techniques, in-depth hands-on experience, and guidance from expert faculty.
What to expect:
- Didactic lectures with clinical context
- Case-based presentations and tumor board discussions
- Practical demonstrations and hands-on experience with expert faculty
- Evidence-driven strategies for patient selection, imaging, and therapy planning
With targeted sessions on thermoprotective techniques, step-by-step procedures, and imaging, this master class will help deepen your expertise while connecting you with leaders in the field.
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Have questions about registration? Email us at info@sio-central.org
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Join the SIO Clinical Trial Collaborative — Now Open for Enrollment
The Society of Interventional Oncology (SIO) Clinical Trial Collaborative is a dedicated interventional oncology (IO) research community for qualified investigators and clinical trial sites, as well as other multidisciplinary specialties. Open enrollment is available to existing SIO members and non-member guests. A FREE certificate course and directory offer innovative and specialized resources to support and assist researchers and their teams in conducting successful trials by meeting enrollment requirements, completing protocol endpoints, and maintaining compliant research practices.
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