Assisted Dying Bill
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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.
Oncology
Oncology: Resources to assist in your work as an oncologist.
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| 1 |  National Cancer Intelligence Network |
| Repository of cancer related data and analysis of datasets from the UK to help improve future practice and outcomes. | |
| 2 | Pallative Care Guidelines |
| The Palliative Care Guidelines developed by a collaboration of UK Cancer networks, and the Welsh Palliative Care Implementation Group. Additional material is provided by Dr Ian Back. | |
| 3 | British Oncology Pharmacy Association |
| Includes useful information and guidance surrounding systemic therapies. | |
| 4 | Tumour Staging Assistant |
| StageCRAFT. Brilliant little bit of software this which aids in working out the TNM staging of various cancer types. It was developed by UK radiologist Martin Crowe and is free to download. | |
| 5 | AJCC Cancer Staging |
| Download free quick reference guides for tumour staging from the American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC). | |
| 6 | UK Oncology Nursing Society |
| The website hosts some useful resources including training information for the Oncology/Haematology 24-Hour Triage: Rapid Assessment and Access Toolkit. | |
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ACP and RCR Joint Working Group
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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 ...Read More...
ACP Trainees Meeting - 21/22 November 2024
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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.
Webinar on Training in Medical Oncology - 17 September 6pm
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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.
ACP/RCR recommendations for oncology teams when blood stocks are low
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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.
BEST OF ASCO® 2024 UK LIVE Event 21 June, London
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The ACP is hosting the UK’s only licensed Best of ASCO® event. An expert UK faculty will summarise and highlight some of the most significant treatment advances presented at the 2024 ASCO® Meeting.
ACP New Consultants Group, Birmingham 1-2 March 2024
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Annual meeting for both new consultants and final year trainees, all ACP members welcome.
Webinar on Training in Medical Oncology
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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. 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&nbs...Read More...
ACP and UKAOS Acute Oncology Workshop 10 November
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The ACP and UKAOS are collaborating to hold an Acute Oncology workshop in Leeds.
Webinar on Training in Medical Oncology
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Want to find out more about a career in Medical Oncology? If you missed the live webinar, the recording can be found here.