The ACP is recognised by the Royal College of Physicians and the Department of Health as the specialty association for medical oncologists. The executive committee is made up of democratically elected clinicians representing the views and concerns of the membership. Membership of the ACP gives medical oncologists an independent voice in the affairs of the Royal College of Physicians, the Joint Collegiate Council for Oncology (JCCO) and the Specialty Advisory Committee (SAC), who supervise training and accreditation.
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If you are working as a medical oncologist, or a trainee, in the UK then we would encourage you to join. Details here.
Accelerating Ambition for the National Cancer PlanPosted on
Several members of the ACP Executive joined Clive Jones MP at a parliamentary reception to engage in discussions on accelerating progress in the National Cancer Plan, and strengthening the future of cancer care in the UK. The full press briefing is here.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. This event was a great opportunity to find out about different training opportunities and what they involve, as well as hearing from a panel of experts including curre...Posted on
Newly published guidance and general recommendations to support trainees across the UK and their supervisors, with example timetables, including for LTFT. The document is here and is also available on the JRCPTB website. The work has been led by Dr Ella Daniels and Dr Lara Gibbs, in the South West, supported by the JRCPTB Specialty Advisory Committee for Medical Oncology.