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About ASCO


The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is a non-profit organization, founded in 1964, with overarching goals of improving cancer care and prevention and ensuring that all patients with cancer receive care of the highest quality. More than 25,000 oncology practitioners belong to ASCO, representing all oncology disciplines (medical, radiological, and surgical oncology ) and subspecialties. Members include physicians and health-care professionals participating in approved oncology training programs, oncology nurses, and other practitioners with a predominant interest in oncology. 

As the world’s leading professional organization representing physicians who treat people with cancer, ASCO is committed to advancing the education of oncologists and other oncology professionals, to advocating for policies that provide access to high-quality cancer care, and to supporting the clinical trials system and the need for increased clinical and translational research.

  Reasons to Become an ASCO Member  

ASCO Information:  Society mission, history, conflict of interest policy, and annual reports
Current Board & Committees:  Board of Directors roster, committee information
Volunteer to Serve on a Committee:  Volunteer for an ASCO committee
Find an Oncologist:  Oncologist directories for patients and ASCO members
Career Opportunities at ASCO:  Employment opportunities at ASCO
ASCO Employee Benefits:  A list of ASCO's benefits.
Additional Oncology Resources:  Organization and association information
Contact Us:  Information on ASCO departments; key phone numbers