ESO European School of Oncology

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ESO European School of Oncology

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The European School of Oncology was founded by Umberto Veronesi and Laudomia Del Drago in 1982, with the aim of contributing to the reduction of deaths from cancer due to late diagnosis and/or inadequate treatment. By improving the skills of all health professionals dealing with cancer patients, ESO helps shorten the time needed to transfer knowledge from research centres to daily practice, combin

ing advanced technology with humanism in care. ESO’s mission is reﬂected in its motto “Learning to Care”, which emphasises the importance of the learning process, and the goal of caring for the patient in a holistic sense, in contrast to focusing purely on treating the disease. Due to its financial independence, ESO has the rare privilege of being able to set its own priorities. It therefore pays particular attention to developing the transfer of knowledge in areas that are least supported by industry, such as surgery and in rare pathologies (including childhood tumours), and in countries and regions with limited economic resources.

13/05/2026

Are you looking to refine your surgical precision through direct, hands-on experience? Our upcoming course, Basics in Breast Cancer Surgery, offers a unique practical training environment.

Under the guidance of Chair Riccardo A. Audisio and a team of international experts, delegates will perform a dozen key procedures (from sentinel node biopsy to axillary dissection) using custom-made models.

Key information:
1. Online lectures: from 27 July 2026
2. In-person event: 9 or 10 October 2026 (up to 14 participants each day)
📌 Imperial College London, London, UK

Participants will be tasked with summarizing and presenting one of the pre-recorded sessions to the audience during the in-person even, providing an opportunity to enhance their presentation skills.

⚠️ Special opportunity: Selected participants will have the opportunity to attend the interactive workshop “Communicating Complex Topics in Breast Cancer Surgery with Patients”, led by Dame Lesley Fallowfield on the morning of 11 October.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/BasicsBCSurgery

This course is endorsed by ESSO - European Society of Surgical Oncology.

11/05/2026

Last days to apply!

Please note that the ESO Refresher Course on Melanoma will now take place in Bucharest, Romania. 📍

This ESO Refresher Course is designed for medical oncologists, dermatologists, surgical oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, and other specialists involved in melanoma care.

📌 Through expert-led lectures and interactive case-based discussions, participants will gain an integrated understanding of patient-centred care, following a programme built around learning outcomes derived from internationally published curricula across all oncology specialties.

Leadership:
Chairs: Riccardo A. Audisio, SE/IT; Roger Bagge Olofsson, SE
Host Chair: Ana-Maria Forsea, RO
College Representative: Eduard-Alexandru Bonci, RO
ESO Ambassador: Simona Volovat, RO

⚠️ Application deadline: 15 May 2026
👉🏻 Learn more: https://bit.ly/RefresherMelanoma

11/05/2026

The “Refresher Course on Head & Neck Cancers” successfully concluded in Brussels at the University Foundation, in Belgium, from May 7–9, 2026.

Over one and a half days, the course combined lectures, interactive discussions, and participant-led clinical case presentations, creating a stimulating educational experience focused on the multidisciplinary management of head and neck cancers.

We would like to sincerely thank the Course Leadership:
Chair - Lisa Licitra, IT
Host Chair - Sandra Schmitz, BE
College Representative - Amil Družic, BA
as well as the entire faculty for their valuable scientific contributions and commitment to education.

A special thank you also to all participants for their active involvement and insightful discussions, which greatly enriched the course experience.

Finally, we were honored to share a special occasion with the faculty at the Italian Embassy in Brussels, adding a memorable institutional dimension to this international gathering.

07/05/2026

Calling all ESO College members: you are eligible to receive a partial scholarship to take part in the Molecular Oncology Master’s program organised by CEB - Centro de Estudios Biosanitarios.

This is your chance to take the best Master’s Degree in Molecular Oncology in Europe with faculty of excellence from Harvard-Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC), Vall d’Hebron Institut de Recerca, among others!

The Master’s will broaden and consolidate your knowledge with cutting-edge training for oncology specialists in the twenty-first century.

⚠ Deadline: 8 May 2026
Interested candidates should apply via the MOM webpage and also inform us that you have applied by sending an email to college@eso.net

Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/MOMScholarship

06/05/2026

"Reflections on Patient-Centred Decision-Making in Oncology"
In this reflection, Dr Waseem Darwish explores the complexity of patient-centred care through a case of a young man with advanced cancer who, for most of his illness, deferred decisions to his family.

Only at the end of life did he reclaim his voice, clearly expressing his wish to spend his final days with his children rather than in hospital.

This case highlights key principles in oncology practice:
🖇️ Patient autonomy remains central, even in complex family dynamics.
🖇️ Communication is an ethical responsibility, not only a clinical skill.
🖇️ End-of-life care requires clarity, sensitivity, and active listening.

🏆 We are proud to share that this piece was selected as one of the two winning articles in the hashtag

, recognizing outstanding writing and original perspectives from ESO College Members.

Read the full article👇
https://cancerworld.net/reflections-on-patient-centred-decision-making-in-oncology/

OncoDaily

06/05/2026

Last month to apply for the Refresher Course on Sarcoma, the inaugural seminar of our Master in Sarcoma!

This course offers a comprehensive overview of the diagnostic and therapeutic management of sarcomas, focusing on soft tissue sarcomas with dedicated sessions on bone sarcomas, desmoid tumours, paediatric sarcomas, GISTs, and uterine sarcomas.

📌 Key topics: WHO classification, molecular biology; advanced imaging and biopsy techniques; quality standards in sarcoma surgery; systemic treatment approaches; fractionation of radiotherapy.

Why join?
🟢 Interactive, case-based learning with faculty
🟢 Focus on personalised treatment and multidisciplinary decision-making

Chair Sylvie Bonvalot, FR
Host Chair Bruno Vincenzi, IT
College Representative Silvia Brotea-Mosoiu, RO

Who should apply:
- Candidates aged 30–45 years
- 2–3 years of oncology experience
- Based in Europe, the Mediterranean region, or Latin America

📆 Rome, Italy | 25 Sep-27 September 2026
Learn more & apply by 1 June 2026 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/RefresherSarcoma

04/05/2026

A great moment from the CAS-Pr Seminar 2!

We are pleased to share this group photo from the Advanced Prostate Cancer Consensus Conference, held from 30 April to 2 May 2026.

Special thanks to Silke Gillessen, Ursula Vogl, Barbara Jereczek-Fossa, Andrea Gallina, Thomas Zilli.

04/05/2026

We are pleased to announce the opening of applications for the third cohort of the Certificate of Advanced Studies in Prostate Cancer.

Developed in collaboration with the USI Università della Svizzera italiana, this prestigious postgraduate programme is designed to strengthen both the clinical expertise and scientific competence of oncology professionals dedicated to prostate cancer care.

Delivered over 16 months on a part-time basis, the programme combines 6 online modules with 3 in-person seminars hosted in collaboration with leading international events such as PROSCA, APCCC, and ESO’s Learning to Care Seminar (LTC).

Chairs:
Andrea Gallina, CH
Silke Gillessen, CH
Barbara Jereczek-Fossa, IT
Ursula Vogl, CH

Successful candidates will receive an 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲 jointly issued by ESO and USI upon completion of the final exam. Participation in this programme grants eligibility to enrol in the ESO College, providing a clear pathway for your professional progression within our community.

⚠️ Application deadline: 15 August 2026
✍🏼 Learn more and apply 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/CASProstate

29/04/2026

Dr Mikita Rudzishkin has recently completed a three-month observership with the Sarcoma Programme at Ulm University in Germany, under the mentorship of Dr Verena Gaidzik and Prof. Markus Schultheiß.

"This experience has already had a profound impact on my practical approach to patient care."

👏 Congratulations, Mikita, on this achievement and for making the most of your fellowship!

28/04/2026

Expert insights on leadership in oncology: in this e-Session, Prof. Barbara Jereczek-Fossa and Dr Miloš Grujić share their experiences to help you shape your own professional journey.

Explore practical advice and find new inspiration for your career.
👉 Login to view the webinar: https://bit.ly/webinarbecomingleader

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