5th European School of Oncology (ESO) - European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Eastern Europe and Balkan Region Masterclass in Medical Oncology is organized by European School of Oncology (ESO) and will be held during Jun 15 - 20, 2018 at Belgrade, Central Serbia, Serbia.
Conference Description:
The Masterclass offers plenary lectures discussing current issues and controversies as well as critically reviewing significant therapeutic developments. State-of-the-art data recognized by ESMO and other evidence-based guidelines will be cited. The programme has been designed for young medical and clinical oncologists, who wish to improve their skills or those who are preparing for the national board or ESMO exam.
The programme will expose participants to a full spectrum of issues in clinical and medical oncology from basic science to advanced knowledge of systemic therapy as well as in the multidisciplinary treatment approach. It is intended to cover all major topics of ESMO-ASCO curriculum on medical oncology.
Participants will deliver case presentations within tumor boards and small groups and discuss them with the chairs and the faculty. Admitted participants will be granted free accommodation and reside at the course venue. Participation is compulsory throughout the course. The Masterclass will be held in English and fluency in English is necessary for admission.
Main Topics:
• Cancer biology/pathology
• Cancer genetics
• Pharmacology of anti-cancer drugs
• Breast cancer
• Gastro-intestinal tumours
• Lung cancer and mesothelioma
• Genito-urinary cancers
• Palliative and supportive care
• Lymphoma malignancies
Conference Objectives:
• Update the knowledge on basic science of clinical and medical Oncology
• Enhance the competence and practical performance in systemic therapy of malignancies
• Enhance the competence and practical performance in multidisciplinary cancer care
• Update knowledge and get additional skills in supportive as well as palliative care
• Prepare for the board exam in clinical/medical oncology
Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.