The American Society for Radiation Oncology 2017 Radiation Oncologist Workforce Study

The ASTRO 2017 radiation oncologist workforce survey showed, relative to the 2012 survey, narrowing of the gender gap, greater racial diversity, and increased concern about RO oversupply. ROs reported median 250 consults and 20 on-treatment patients in 2016, and increase in time allocation to electronic health record management. Job vacancies were more prevalent in urban practices and academic/university systems. Practice merger/buyout was the lead reason for ROs to change employer. ROs are gravitating towards urban and suburban locations at the expense of rural locations. The workforce has shifted from private practice predominance to more equal balance with academic/university systems.

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