Aging Population, Burnout Continue to Drive Oncology Workforce Shortage

As the demand for cancer care continues to rise, the US is facing a growing shortage of oncologists. Julie Gralow, MD, chief medical officer at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), recently shed light on the factors contributing to this crisis and what can be done to address it. Gralow discussed the challenges of burnout, the impact of administrative burdens, and the need for systemic changes to support oncologists and improve patient care during an interview with Targeted Oncology.