American Radium Society (ARS)

Founded in 1916, the American Radium Society® is the oldest society devoted to the study and treatment of cancer. As a multidisciplinary organization, members include radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, gynecologic oncologists and medical oncologists.

As its objectives, the Society :

• Promotes the study of cancer in all of its aspects
• Encourages liaison among the various medical specialists and allied scientists concerned with the treatment of cancer
• Continues scientific study of the treatment of the cancer patient through its annual meeting and educational publications.

Mission:
The Mission of the Society is to promote the multi-disciplinary and collegial study of all aspects of cancer. The Society will encourage liaison and professional development among the various medical and surgical specialists, and allied scientists concerned with cancer.