Honouring the Class of 2026 – UTDRO Post-Graduate Graduation Ceremony
On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the Department of Radiation Oncology came together at Hart House to celebrate 26 graduating trainees at our annual Post-Graduate Graduation Ceremony. We were delighted to welcome nearly 130 guests, including family, friends, faculty, mentor and supervisors. The evening was a meaningful opportunity to recognize our graduates’ achievements, as well as the support and mentorship that helped shape their training journey.
Certificate Ceremony
This year’s graduating class included 4 Radiation Oncology residents, 4 Medical Physics residents, and 18 Clinical Fellows. Graduation certificates were presented by Andrea Bezjak, Director of the Radiation Oncology Residency Program; Anthony Lausch, Associate Program Director, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Medical Physics Residency; and Barbara-Ann Millar, Director of the Fellowship Program.
Chief trainees from each program also shared remarks on behalf of their peers. They expressed their appreciation for the guidance of their program directors and reflected on the mentorship, collaboration, and support that shaped their experience at UTDRO.
During their speeches, the graduates also recognized Andrea Bezjak, who is completing her time as Radiation Oncology Residency Director after serving two terms in the role, and Jennifer Croke, who stepped down earlier this year as Fellowship Director. On behalf of the UTDRO community, we would like to thank Andrea and Jennifer for their dedication, leadership, and the lasting impact they have had on the education and growth of trainees at UTDRO over the years.
During the ceremony, we also celebrated outstanding contributions in research, teaching, clinical care, and mentorship. Congratulations to this year’s award recipients:
Medical Physics Residency Program
Medical Physics Residency Teaching Awards (Presented by Stephen Collins, Chief Physics Resident)
- Physics Residents’ Award for Excellence in Physics Teaching – Anthony Kim
Medical Physics Residency Awards (Presented by Anthony Lausch)
- Medical Physics Residency Advocacy & Mentorship – Stephen Collins
Radiation Oncology Residency Program
Radiation Oncology Residency Teaching Awards (Presented by George Li, Chief Radiation Oncology Resident)
- Residents’ Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching – Ezra Hahn
- Residents’ Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching by a Fellow – Ian Gerard
Radiation Oncology Residency Awards (Presented by May Tsao, UTDRO Vice Chair of Education)
- Radiation Oncology Residency Advocacy and Mentorship – Neelabh Rastogi
- Radiation Oncology Residency Excellence in Clinical Care – Kara Ruicci
Additional Research Award (Presented by Andrea Bezjak)
- RSNA Roentgen Resident Research Award 2026 – Hannah Bacon
Radiation Oncology Fellowship Program
Radiation Oncology Fellowship Awards (Presented by May Tsao)
- Radiation Oncology Fellowship Advocacy & Mentorship – Oded Icht
- Radiation Oncology Fellowship Excellence in Clinical Care – Suman Ghosh and Michael McMahon
Research Day 2026 Awards
We were also pleased to recognize seven award recipients from the UTDRO Research Day, held earlier this May. Glass trophies were presented by David Hodgson, Vice-Chair, Research.
Congratulations to our 2026 Post-Graduate Trainees
Congratulations to our graduates on reaching this important milestone. We look forward to seeing the meaningful contributions they will continue to make in oncology across Canada and around the world. We are also excited to welcome them into the UTDRO Alumni Community - check out opportunities to keep connected and engaged in the future of UTDRO.
We extend our sincere thanks to our program directors, faculty, and mentors for their ongoing dedication to training the next generation of oncology professionals. We are also grateful to the UTDRO staff, the Alumni Relations and Advancement team, and the families and friends who supported our trainees every step of the way.
View photos from the 2026 UTDRO Post-Graduate Graduation Ceremony and Reception below.
Photo credit: Horst Herget Photography
