The UK Society for Medical Oncology (UKSMO), formerly the Association of Cancer Physicians, is recognised as the specialty association for medical oncologists by the Royal College of Physicians and the Department of Health . Our executive committee is made up of democratically elected clinicians representing the views and concerns of the membership.
UKSMO membership 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.
Through this, we:
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In 2025 the ACP trainees/residents committee carried out a comprehensive online survey of UK medical oncology trainees. The survey builds on the previous report from 2019, since when there have been many changes, including the introduction of the Oncology Combined Stem, new curriculum requirements relating to acute oncology, expansion of specialty training posts...Posted on
Anyone taking the SCE in September is welcome to attend the UKSMO's first revision course. Online across 2 days (30-31 July). Further details and link to register here.Posted on
Medical oncologists welcome today's launch of the National Cancer Plan for England, and its commitment to the central importance of professionally led, clinical leadership in shaping cancer policy and delivering meaningful improvements in patient outcomes. The ACP/UKSMO stands ready to work in collaboration with NHS England, government and colleagues to help deliver on the ambi...