Dr. Renuka Iyer, a distinguished oncologist, has been appointed as the new Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Her appointment will be effective from February 26, 2026. She succeeds the current leadership at the organization, which is globally recognized for setting authoritative cancer treatment standards.
Dr. Renuka Iyer Appointed NCCN Chief Medical Officer
About Dr. Renuka Iyer
- Current Position: Section Chief of Gastrointestinal Oncology and Professor of Oncology at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in New York.
- Expertise: Over 20 years of experience in academic medicine and research, specializing in gastrointestinal cancers and immunotherapy.
- Education: Received medical training from Grant Medical College, India, completed residency at Cornell University, and her oncology fellowship at Roswell Park.
- NCCN Contribution: She has been a key member of the NCCN Guidelines Steering Committee since 2023.
Role of the NCCN CMO
NCCN is a not-for-profit alliance of leading cancer centers in the United States, famous for publishing 90 clinical practice guidelines used worldwide.
As CMO, Dr. Iyer will lead critical functions, including:
- Guideline Oversight: Directing the development and regular updates of NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines.
- Education and Resources: Guiding point-of-care resources like the NCCN Compendia and leading global continuing education programmes for clinicians.
- Strategy: Supporting global partnerships, policy advocacy, and the NCCN’s strategic planning to promote equity in cancer care.
Her deep clinical and research expertise is expected to strengthen NCCN’s mission to standardize high-quality, evidence-based cancer care globally.
Question & Answer
Q1. Dr. Renuka Iyer has been appointed as the new Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of which organization?
A) World Health Organization (WHO)
B) National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)
C) American Cancer Society (ACS)
D) International Union Against Cancer (UICC)
Answer: B) National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)
Q2. From which specialized medical field does Dr. Renuka Iyer bring her primary expertise?
A) Cardiology
B) Neurology
C) Gastrointestinal Oncology
D) Pediatric Medicine
Answer: C) Gastrointestinal Oncology
Q3. Dr. Renuka Iyer is currently serving as a Professor of Oncology at which institution?
A) Cornell University
B) Grant Medical College
C) Tata Memorial Hospital
D) Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Answer: D) Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Q4. The NCCN is globally recognized for publishing and maintaining approximately how many clinical practice guidelines?
A) 25
B) 50
C) 90
D) 150
Answer: C) 90
Q5. What is the effective date of Dr. Renuka Iyer’s appointment as NCCN CMO?
A) December 1, 2025
B) January 1, 2026
C) February 26, 2026
D) March 31, 2026
Answer: C) February 26, 2026
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