Jason Beckta, MD, PhD

Residing on the East Coast of the United States, Dr Beckta discovered his interest in radiotherapy while completing the Medical Scientist Training Program at Virginia Commonwealth University. He conducted his dissertation work in the field of Molecular Radiobiology, for which he received the National Cancer Institute’s  Kirschstein National Research service F30 Award.

Dr Beckta subsequently attended Yale University for his residency training in Radiation Oncology, pursuing additional postdoctoral training in radiobiology via the Holman Pathway. It was during his time in the laboratory that he became fascinated with the use of radiation therapy in benign conditions. After completing his residency, he practiced in New York before joining the faculty of the University of Vermont where he is currently the Medical Director of Radiation Medicine at Rutland Regional Medical Center. 

As his interest in benign radiotherapy grew, Dr Beckta sought to advocate for its use in the USA, founding American Benign Radiotherapy (AMBER) and the associated nonprofit Cold Light Legacy. In working to build a community of like-minded allies, he was fortunate to find his way to the IORBC and the opportunity to advocate for benign radiotherapy on an international scale.