Oncology Organizations and Meetings for 2014
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; and advances the understanding of cancer etiology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
throughout the world.
AACR Annual Meeting 2014
April 5-9, 2014
San Diego, CA
http://www.aacr.org/home/scientists/meetings--workshops/aacr-annual-meeting-2014.aspx
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, GA, 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 2014 Annual Meeting
February 27-March 1, 2014
Orlando, FL
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.
2014 AICR Research Conference
Check the Web site for details
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.
2014 ASCO Annual Meeting
May 30-June 3, 2014
Chicago, IL
http://am.asco.org/
Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium
January 16-18, 2014
San Francisco, CA
Genitourinary Cancers Symposium
January 30-February 1, 2014
San Francisco, CA
Multidisciplinary Head and Neck Cancer Symposium
February 20-22, 2014
Scottsdale, AZ
Accelerating Anticancer Agent Development and Validation Workshop
May 7-9, 2014
Bethesda, MD
Best of ASCO Boston
August 8-9, 2014
Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel
Boston, MA
http://boa.asco.org/best-asco-boston
Best of ASCO Chicago
August 15-16, 2014
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, IL
http://boa.asco.org/best-asco-chicago
Best of ASCO Seattle
August 22-23, 2014
Westin Seattle
Seattle, WA
http://boa.asco.org/best-asco-seattle
Breast Cancer Symposium 2014
September 4-6, 2014
San Francisco Marriott Marquis
San Francisco, CA
http://breastcasym.org/
ASCO’s Palliative Care in Oncology Symposium
October 24-25, 2014
Boston, MA
Multidisciplinary Symposium in Thoracic Oncology
October 31-November 2, 2014
Chicago, IL
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 27th Annual Meeting
May 14-17, 2014
Palmer House Hilton
Chicago, IL
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 40th Annual National Meeting
March 31-April 2, 2014
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Arlington, VA
http://www.accc-cancer.org/meetings/AM2014.asp
Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW)
http://www.aosw.org/index.php
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 30th Annual Conference
May 28-30, 2014
Renaissance Baltimore Harbor Place
Baltimore, MD
http://www.aosw.org/index.php
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
Cancer Survivorship Research
http://cancercontrol.cancer.gov/ocs/
This meeting serves as a forum for researchers, clinicians, cancer survivors, advocates, program
planners, policy makers, and public health experts to learn about current and emerging cancer
survivorship research. This year’s theme reflects a growing consensus about the importance of
translating scientific discoveries into clinical and behavioral interventions, and replicating this
work across diverse populations in a way that will optimize physical and psychosocial
functioning, and prolong the lives of cancer survivors.
2014 Biennial Cancer Survivorship Research Conference
June 2014
Atlanta, GA
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.
2014 Multidisciplinary Head and Neck Cancer Update
February14-15, 2014
Fort Myers, FL
Multidisciplinary Head and Neck Cancer Symposium
February 20-22, 2014
JW Marriott Camelback Inn Resort and Spa
Scottsdale, AZ
http://www.headandnecksymposium.org//index.htm
2014 Oncology Nursing Conference
April 13-14, 2014
Cleveland, OH
Check the Web site for additional offerings, as well as text-based CME, webcasts, and
publications.
Global Academy for Medical Education
http://onc.globalacademycme.com/conferences/chicago-supportive-oncology-conference2012/conference-overview.html
Global Academy for Medical Education develops educational CME programs for specialty and
primary care physicians.
Skin Disease Education Foundation’s 38th Hawaii Dermatology Seminar
February 16-21, 2014
Big Island, HI
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, reduce the
societal burden of GI cancers, develop an authoritative forum that builds international and
regional consensus on therapy and research in GI oncology, and inspire young investigators to
engage in GI oncology research.
2014 Gastrointestinal Oncology Conference
Check Web site for details
http://www.isgio.org/isgio2013/program.html
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.
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 International Symposium on Supportive Care in Cancer
June 26-28, 2014
Miami, FL
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™
School of Pharmaceutical & Biotech Business
The Westin Diplomat
March 12, 2014
Hollywood, FL
NCCN 19th Annual Conference: Advancing the Standard of Cancer Care
March 13-15, 2014
The Westin Diplomat
Hollywood, FL
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 39th Annual Congress
May 1-4, 2014
Anaheim, CA
http://www.ons.org/CNECentral/Conferences/Congress
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 2014 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
12th Oncology Update: Advances and Controversies
January 17-20, 2014
Sheraton Steamboat Resort
Steamboat Springs, CO
http://www.mdanderson.org/education-and-research/education-and-training/schools-andprograms/cme-conference-management/conferences/12thcontroversies-postcard-2014.pdf
Hands-On MRI-Guided & Stereotactic Biopsy Course: A Step-by-Step Approach
February 1-2, 2013
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
16th International Symposium on Anti-Angiogenic Therapy: Recent Advances and Future
Directions in Basic & Clinical Cancer Research
February 6-8, 2014
Hyatt Regency La Jolla
San Diego, CA
Interventional Pulmonology in Cancer Patients
Feb 13-15, 2014
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
Value Based Healthcare for Head & Neck Cancer
March 20-21, 2014
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
Online CME 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 10/13
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