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The RCR, RCP, RCN, RCPath and the ACP have published a briefing document urging the Government to use the upcoming National Cancer Plan for England to kick-start reform of how cancer multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) work. They say this is a critical opportunity to reform cancer decision-making, after past NHS England efforts to trial streamlining MDT meetings (MDTMs) suggested this would c...Posted on
Would you like to find out more about a career in Medical Oncology? The ACP held a webinar to allow participants to learn more about a rewarding career in this exciting and expanding specialty.
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In response to the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill being debated in parliament, both the RCP and ACP/UKSMO have issued position statements.
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In late 2023 the ACP and the Faculty of Clinical Oncology at the RCR established a Joint Working Group (JWG) to develop plans for closer working between the two specialties in several key areas including policy, strategy, training and workforce development. At the outset it was agreed to review the work of the JWG after its first year of operation. A report, summarising ...Posted on
A UK Acute Oncology Society (UKAOS) consultant subgroup has developed a generic AO job plan template to support job planning and to help trusts developing new AO posts.
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New consultants as well as trainees in their final year of training are all very welcome. Professional and personal development, to include financial planning, leadership, wellbeing, and clinical updates, it's a great opportunity to learn, share experiences and to network with colleagues from across the UK. Programme here. Free for ACP members, booking link here. Note:&...Posted on
As the UK specialist society for medical oncology, all trainees and consultants are encouraged to join.
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Save the date: this year's trainees meeting taking place on Thursday 21 and Friday 22 November in Leeds. Click here for more details.
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Want to find out more about a career in Medical Oncology? The ACP recently held a webinar to allow participants to learn more about a fulfilling career in this exciting and expanding specialty.
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From time to time the NHS Blood and Transplant Service issues alerts about low levels of blood stocks and asks hospitals to restrict the use of blood, to ensure that patients who need blood can receive a transfusion. The ACP and RCR have issued a joint statement with recommendations for oncology teams in such circumstances. The recommendations are available here.
