Oncology Organizations and Meetings for 2015
Many of the organizations listed here will hold other meetings during 2015, but this information
was not yet available at the time of publication. Visit the Web sites for additional meetings and
events.
American Association of Cancer Research (AACR)
http://www.aacr.org/default.aspx
The mission of the AACR is to prevent and cure cancer through research, education,
communication, and collaboration.
Through its programs and services, AACR:
 Fosters research in cancer and related biomedical science
 Accelerates the dissemination of new research findings among scientists and others dedicated
to the conquest of cancer
 Promotes science education and training
 Advances the understanding of cancer etiology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
throughout the world
MYC: From Biology to Therapy
January 7-10, 2015
Hyatt Regency La Jolla
La Jolla, California
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=27#.U_3-VcVdV8E
Translation of the Cancer Genome
February 7-9, 2015
The Fairmont San Francisco
San Francisco, California
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=28#.U_3-b8VdV8E
Computational and Systems Biology of Cancer
February 8-11, 2015
The Fairmont San Francisco
San Francisco, California
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=29#.U_3-hsVdV8E
AACR-SNMMI Joint Conference: State-of-the-Art Molecular Imaging in Cancer Biology and
Therapy
February 11-14, 2015
Hard Rock Hotel
San Diego, California
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=33#.U_3-xMVdV8E
Tumor Angiogenesis and Vascular Normalization: Bench to Bedside to Biomarkers
March 5-8, 2015
Hyatt Regency Orlando
Orlando, Florida
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=34#.U_3-_sVdV8E
AACR Annual Meeting 2015
April 18-22, 2015
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=25#.U_37R8VdV8E
Advances in Brain Cancer Research
May 27-30, 2015
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Washington, DC
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=30#.U_3-AcVdV8E
Metabolism and Cancer
June 7-10, 2015
Hyatt Regency Bellevue
Bellevue, Washington
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=32#.U_3_HcVdV8E
Cancer Biostatistics Workshop
June 7-13, 2015
Resort at Squaw Creek
Lake Tahoe, California
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=35#.U_38C8VdV8E
AACR Precision Medicine Series: Integrating Real-Time Genomics and Cancer Therapy
June 13-16, 2015
Grand America Hotel
Salt Lake City, Utah
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=42#.U_3_TMVdV8E
Anticancer Drug Action and Drug Resistance: From Cancer Biology to the Clinic
June 20-23, 2015
Palazzo dei Congressi
Florence, Italy
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=36#.U_3_jcVdV8E
Pediatric Oncology
November 9-12, 2015
Westin Beach Resort and Spa
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=41#.U_3_3cVdV8E
Developmental Biology and Cancer
November 30-December 3, 2015
Seaport Hotel
Boston, Massachusetts
http://www.aacr.org/Meetings/Pages/MeetingDetail.aspx?EventItemID=40#.U_4ADMVdV8E
American Cancer Society® (ACS)
http://www.cancer.org
Together with millions of supporters, ACS saves lives and creates a world with less cancer and
more birthdays by helping people stay well, helping people get well, finding cures, and fighting
back. ACS is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to
eliminating cancer as a major health problem. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, ACS has 12
chartered divisions, more than 900 local offices nationwide, and a presence in more than 5100
communities.
American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO)
http://www.acro.org/index.cfm
ACRO strives to ensure the highest quality care for radiation therapy patients and promotes
success in the practice of radiation oncology through education, responsible socioeconomic
advocacy, and integration of science and technology into clinical practice.
ACRO 2015 Annual Meeting
May 14-16, 2015
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Arlington, Virginia
http://www.acro.org/Events-Education/indexNEW.cfm
American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR)
http://www.aicr.org/research/conference
More than 25 years ago, AICR was founded on a simple but radical idea—everyday choices can
reduce our chances of getting cancer. AICR was the first organization to focus research on the
link between diet and cancer, and translate the results into practical information for the public.
AICR embraced the mission of changing lives to save lives. Today, the institute continues to
fund research on the relationship of nutrition, physical activity, and weight management to
cancer risk, interpret the accumulated scientific literature in the field, and educate people about
choices they can make to reduce their chances of developing cancer.
2015 AICR Annual Research Conference
Check Web site for details.
American Institute of Mathematics
Tumor Immune Dynamics
January 5-9, 2015
Palo Alto, California
http://aimath.org/workshops/upcoming/tumorimmune2/
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
http://www.asco.org
ASCO is a professional oncology society committed to conquering cancer through research,
education, prevention, and delivery of high-quality patient care. ASCO was founded in 1964 by a
small group of physician members of the American Association of Cancer Research, who
recognized the need for the creation of a separate society dedicated to issues unique to clinical
oncology.
Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium
January 15-17, 2015
Moscone West Building
San Francisco, California
http://gicasym.org/
Medical Oncology Board Review Course
January 28-31, 2015
National Kapodistrian University of Athens
Athens, Greece
ASCO Multidisciplinary Cancer Management Course (MCMC)
February 21-22, 2015
Pinlon Hospital Cancer Center
Naypyidaw, Myanmar
2015 Genitourinary Cancers Symposium
February 26-28, 2015
Rosen Shingle Creek
Orlando, Florida
http://gucasym.org/
Multidisciplinary Cancer Management Course (MCMC)
April 15, 2015
Chilean Oncology Foundation
Vina Del Mar, Chile
2015 ASCO Annual Meeting
May 29-June 2, 2015
McCormick Place
Chicago, Illinois
http://am.asco.org/
ASCO/JSMO Joint Session at the 13th Annual Scientific Meeting of JSMO
July 16-18, 2015
Japanese Society of Medical Oncology
Sapporo, Japan
Best of ASCO® Boston
July 31-August 1, 2015
Boston, Massachusetts
Best of ASCO® San Francisco
August 7-8, 2015
San Francisco, California
Best of ASCO® Chicago
August 28-29, 2015
Chicago, Illinois
ASCO Multidisciplinary Cancer Management Course (MCMC)
September 10-11, 2015
Victoria Hospital, Ministry of Health & Quality of Life, Republic of Mauritus
Candos Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
Capacity Building in Systemic Therapy in Africa
September 24-25, 2015
African Organization for Research and Training in Cancer
Cesium, Kenya
2015 Breast Cancer Symposium
September 25-27, 2015
San Francisco, California
European Cancer Congress
September 25-29, 2015
Vienna, Austria
2015 Palliative Care in Oncology Symposium
October 2-3, 2015
AAHPM, ASTRO, ASCO, MASCC
Boston, Massachusetts
The 53rd Annual Meeting of the Japan Society of Clinical Oncology
October 24-26, 2015
Kyoto, Japan
Markers in Cancer 2015
December 1-2, 2015
Brussels, Belgium
American Society of Pediatric Hematology Oncology (ASPHO)
http://www.aspho.org
ASPHO is a multidisciplinary organization dedicated to promoting optimal care of children and
adolescents with blood disorders and cancer by advancing research, education, treatment, and
professional practice. It also serves as a source of current peer-reviewed scientific and clinical
research, and provides links to other related information through the Internet.
ASPHO’s 28th Annual Meeting
May 6-9, 2015
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix, Arizona
Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC)
http://www.accc-cancer.org
ACCC promotes the entire continuum of quality cancer care for its patients and communities.
Since 1974, ACCC has helped oncology professionals adapt to the complex changes of
delivering quality cancer care, while responding to regulatory and legislative changes. ACCC’s
core purpose is to serve as the leading education and advocacy organization for the cancer team.
Nearly 18,000 cancer care professionals from approximately 900 hospitals and more than 1200
private practices are affiliated with ACCC.
ACCC 41st Annual National Meeting
March 16-18, 2015
Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront
Portland, Oregon
Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW)
https://www.facebook.com/AssociationofOncologySW
AOSW is dedicated to the enhancement of psychosocial services for people with cancer and their
families. Created in 1984 by social workers interested in oncology and by existing national
cancer organizations, AOSW’s mission is to advance excellence in the psychosocial care of
persons with cancer, their families, and caregivers through networking, education, advocacy,
research, and resource development.
AOSW Annual Conference
May 20-22, 2015
The Westin Seattle
Seattle, Washington
http://10times.com/aosw
Cancer Research Institute (CRI)
http://www.cancerresearch.org
Founded in 1953, CRI has served as a leading and sustaining force in immunology and cancer
immunology research worldwide. Through its advancement of these two scientific fields, CRI is
learning how to manipulate the human immune system to target and attack cancer. Its goal is to
discover and develop new, immune-based approaches to the treatment, control, and prevention of
cancer.
International Cancer Immunotherapy Symposium
Check Web site for details.
Cancer Immunotherapy Consortium Colloquium
Check Web site for details.
Cleveland Clinic Center for Continuing Education
http://www.clevelandclinicmeded.com/live/courses/headneck/overview.asp
For more than 75 years, the Cleveland Clinic Center for Continuing Education has shared a
wealth of knowledge with physicians, nurses, and other medical professionals across the country
and all over the world. The center is responsible for one of the largest and most diverse
continuing medical education (CME) programs anywhere. In 2012, more than 250,000 CME
certificates were awarded, including more than 75,000 certificates for online CME and more than
44,000 certificates for various live CME events. The continuing education program is certified
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education as an accredited provider of
continuing medical education.
3rd Annual Basic and Clinical Immunology for the Busy Clinician and Advances in
Immunopathogenesis of IMIDS
March 6-7, 2015
Marriott
Hollywood, Florida
Check Web site for additional offerings, as well as text-based CME, webcasts, and publications.
International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC)
https://www.iaslc.org/
IASLC is the only global organization dedicated to the study of lung cancer. Founded in 1974,
the association’s membership includes nearly 4000 lung cancer specialists in 80 countries.
IASLC members work to enhance the understanding of lung cancer among scientists, members
of the medical community, and the public. IASLC publishes the Journal of Thoracic Oncology, a
valuable resource for medical specialists and scientists who focus on the detection, prevention,
diagnosis, and treatment of lung cancer.
The 16th World Conference on Lung Cancer
September 6-9, 2015
Colorado Convention Center
Denver, Colorado
International Society of Gastrointestinal Oncology (ISGIO)
http://www.isgio.org/about.html
ISGIO’s mission is to establish the authoritative forum for communicating cutting-edge research
and practice issues in gastrointestinal (GI) oncology. Its objectives are to facilitate GI research
and education globally, to promote the timely exchange and dissemination of new GI oncologyrelated knowledge and discovery, to promote excellence in GI cancer care globally, to reduce the
societal burden of GI cancers, to develop an authoritative forum that builds international and
regional consensus on therapy and research in GI oncology, and to inspire young investigators to
engage in GI oncology research.
2015 Gastrointestinal Oncology Conference
Check Web site for details.
Keystone Symposia on Molecular and Cellular Biology
Keystone Symposia on Molecular and Cellular Biology is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
with a 43-year history of convening open, peer-reviewed conferences that connect the scientific
community and accelerate life science discovery.
Integrating Metabolism and Tumor Biology
January 13-18, 2015
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
http://www.keystonesymposia.org/15J1
PI 3-Kinase Signaling Pathways in Disease
January 13-18, 2015
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
http://www.keystonesymposia.org/15J2
Epigenetics and Cancer
January 25-30, 2015
Keystone Resort
Keystone, Colorado
http://www.keystonesymposia.org/15A4
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS)
http://www.lls.org
The mission of LLS is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, and myeloma, and
improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS is the world’s largest voluntary
health agency dedicated to blood cancer. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the
world, and provides free information and support services.
LLS sponsors a range of free live conferences, meetings, and events, as well as online continuing
education programs. Check Web site for details.
Mathematical Biosciences Institute (MBI)
http://mbi.osu.edu
MBI offers a vigorous program of research and education, and fosters the growth of an
international community of researchers in this new field.
Tumor Heterogeneity and the Microenvironment
February 2-6, 2015
The Ohio State University, Mathematical Biosciences Institute, Jennings Hall
Columbus, Ohio
http://mbi.osu.edu/event/?id=819
Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer and the International
Society of Oral Oncology (MASCC/ISOO)
http://www.kenes.com/mascc2014/
The MASCC/ISOO International Symposium focuses on the clinical management of supportive
care in oncology. This advanced scientific oncology congress is endorsed by the leading
Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer and the International Society of Oral
Oncology.
MASCC/ISOO Annual Meeting on Supportive Care in Cancer
June 25-27, 2015
Bella Center
Copenhagen, Denmark
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
http://cancer.gov
NCI is part of the National Institutes of Health, which is one of 11 agencies that compose the
Dept of Health and Human Services. The NCI, established under the National Cancer Institute
Act of 1937, is the federal government’s principal agency for cancer research and training. The
National Cancer Institute coordinates the National Cancer Program, which conducts and supports
research, training, health information dissemination, and other programs with respect to the
cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer; rehabilitation from cancer; and the
continuing care of cancer patients and their families.
National Children’s Cancer Society (NCCS)
http://www.children-cancer.org
The mission of NCCS is to improve the quality of life for children with cancer and their families
worldwide. The society serves as a financial, emotional, and educational resource for those in
need at every stage of illness and recovery. In the United States, NCCS eases the financial
burdens that accompany major illness, gives crucial support, and addresses the challenges of
survivorship. Abroad, NCCS provides lifesaving pharmaceutical drugs and medical supplies to
facilities that treat children with cancer.
National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN)
http://www.nccn.org/index.asp
NCCN, a not-for-profit alliance of 21 of the world’s leading cancer centers, is dedicated to
improving the quality and effectiveness of care provided to patients with cancer. Through the
leadership and expertise of clinical professionals at NCCN member institutions, NCCN develops
resources that present valuable information to the numerous stakeholders in the health-care
delivery system. As the arbiter of high-quality cancer care, NCCN promotes the importance of
continuous quality improvement, and recognizes the significance of creating clinical practice
guidelines appropriate for use by patients, clinicians, and other health-care decision makers. The
primary goal of all NCCN initiatives is to improve the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of
oncology practice so that patients can live better lives.
NCCN Academy for Excellence & Leadership in Oncology™
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
The Diplomat
Hollywood, Florida
NCCN Annual Conference: Advancing the Standard of Cancer Care™
March 12-14, 2015
The Diplomat
Hollywood, Florida
NRG Oncology
http://www.nrgoncology.org/AboutUs/MissionStatement.aspx
NRG Oncology seeks to improve the lives of cancer patients by conducting practice-changing
multi-institutional clinical and translational research with emphasis on gender-specific
malignancies, including gynecologic, breast, and prostate cancers, and on localized or locally
advanced cancers of all types.
NRG Oncology Meeting
February 5-8, 2015
Manchester Grand Hyatt
San Diego, California
NRG Oncology Meeting
July 15-19, 2015
Sheraton Hotel
Denver, Colorado
Oncology Nursing Society (ONS®)
http://www.ons.org
ONS is a professional organization of more than 35,000 registered nurses and other health care
providers dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, research, and administration in
oncology nursing. Its mission is to promote excellence in oncology nursing and quality cancer
care.
ONS 40th Annual Congress
April 23-26, 2015
Orlando, Florida
Oncology State Society Network
http://www.accc-cancer.org/ossn_network/default.asp
The Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) manages 17 independent, nonprofit
state oncology societies that comprise the Oncology State Society Network. Each society is a
separate entity that strives to serve as the voice of oncology in that state. Each state society has
its own set of bylaws, operating budget, tax identification number, board of directors,
membership, and brand. The culture and climate of cancer care is unique to each state, and drives
each society’s efforts and activities.
North Carolina Oncology Society and South Carolina Oncology Society
Joint Membership Conference
February 27-28, 2015
Charlotte, North Carolina
The Arizona Clinical Oncology Society
Spring Membership Conference
March 27, 2015
Phoenix, Arizona
Illinois Medical Oncology Society
Annual Membership Conference
April 17, 2015
Chicago, Illinois
Minnesota Society of Clinical Oncology
Spring Membership Conference
April 23, 2015
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Check Web site for information about additional 2015 conferences.
Physician Education Resource, LLC
http://www.gotoper.com/conferences/mbcc/meetings/32nd-Annual-Miami-Breast-CancerConference
For 43 years, the multidisciplinary Miami Breast Cancer Conference® has brought together
surgical, medical, and radiation oncologists, with the aim of fostering awareness of the state-ofthe-art treatments in each therapeutic area and encouraging cross-team cooperation in the clinic.
At the 32nd Annual Miami Breast Cancer Conference, pioneers of innovative approaches in each
of these subspecialties will provide insight into the optimal multidisciplinary management of
patients with breast cancer and its application to practice.
32nd Miami Breast Cancer Conference
February 26-March 1, 2015
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Miami Beach, Florida
Society for Neuro-Oncology (SNO)
http://www.soc-neuro-onc.org
SNO is a multidisciplinary organization dedicated to promoting advances in neuro-oncology
through research and education. The society continues to grow and mature as the premier North
American organization for clinicians, basic scientists, nurses, and other health care professionals
who focus on central nervous system tumors in children and adults.
Check Web site for details about 2015 meetings.
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
http://www.mdanderson.org/education-and-research/education-and-training/schools-andprograms/cme-conference-management/conferences/index.html
This listing includes only educational conferences and events, managed by or certified for AMA
PRA Category 1 Credit™ from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Dept of
Continuing Medical Education/Conference Management.
13th Annual Oncology Update: Advances and Controversies
January 16-19, 2015
Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Triple Negative Breast Cancer
January 30-31, 2015
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas
Interventional Pulmonology
February 5-7, 2015
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas
Medical Issues in Cancer Patients
February 6-7, 2015
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas
6th Current Concepts in the Management of Thyroid and Parathyroid Neoplasms
February 26-28, 2015
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas
5th Annual Texas Adolescent & Young Adult Oncology Conference
February 27-28, 2015
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas
Orbital Oncology and Oncologic Oculofacial Plastic Surgery: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach
February 27-28, 2015
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas
How to Start a Successful Breast I-125 Seed Localization Program in Your Institution
May 9, 2015
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Houston, Texas
Online CME is also available.
US Oncology Network
http://www.usoncology.com
The US Oncology Network is one of the nation’s largest networks of community-based oncology
physicians dedicated to advancing cancer care in America. Like-minded physicians are united
through the network around a common vision of expanding patient access to high-quality,
integrated cancer care in communities throughout the nation. Leveraging health-care information
technology, shared best practices, refined evidence-based medicine guidelines, and quality
measurements, physicians affiliated with the US Oncology Network are committed to advancing
the quality, safety, and science of cancer care to improve patient outcomes. The US Oncology
Network is supported by McKesson Specialty Health, a division of McKesson Corp focused on
empowering a vibrant and sustainable community patient-care delivery system to advance the
science, technology, and quality of care.
Review Date 9/14
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