American Society for Radiation Oncology
Lorna Lucas, MSM, has extensive work experience in the field of education and program management. Lorna currently serves as the Director of Education at the American Society for Radiation Oncology. Prior to this role, Lorna held various positions at the Association of Community Cancer Centers, including Senior Director and Director of Provider Education. Lorna was responsible for overseeing education programs, managing project plans and budgets, and strengthening partnerships. Lorna also played a key role in establishing the Institute for Clinical Immuno-Oncology initiative. Earlier in their career, they worked at (c) Management, Inc., providing guidance in the area of provider education. Lorna has also worked at the American Gastroenterological Association, where they managed education and scientific programming for a major international conference. Additionally, they have experience in higher education, having taught courses and coordinated community service-learning opportunities at the University of Maryland. Lorna's diverse background also includes work at the Muscular Dystrophy Association, where they organized fundraising events and provided support to client families, as well as a position at Enterprise Rent-A-Car, where they developed strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
Lorna Lucas, MSM completed their undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in American Studies in 2006. Following their undergraduate education, they pursued further academic achievement at the University of Maryland Global Campus from 2009 to 2012. During this period, Lorna earned a Master of Science degree in Management, specializing in Nonprofit and Association.
American Society for Radiation Oncology
Radiation oncologists, medical physicists, dosimetrists, radiation therapists, radiation oncology nurses and nurse practitioners, biologists, physician assistants and practice administrators comprise ASTRO’s more than 10,500 members, making it the largest radiation oncology organization of its kind. These medical professionals, found at hospitals,cancer treatment centers and academic research facilities around the globe, make up the radiation therapy treatment teams that are critical in the fight against cancer. Together, these teams, treat more than 1 million cancer patients each year.ASTRO provides members with the continuing medical education, health policy analysis, patient information resources and advocacy that they need to succeed in today’s ever-changing health care delivery system.