Illinois Medical Oncology Society (IMOS)

Formed on July 29, 1989, the Illinois Medical Oncology Society (IMOS) represents the common interests of a majority of the oncologists treating cancer in Illinois. As the oncology society in Illinois, we strive to provide our members with innovative resources to help them stay ahead of the shifting healthcare landscape and challenges that directly impact the high-quality care their patients deserve.

Our Mission :
We strive to:
• Promote the highest professional standards of oncology in the State of Illinois;
• Study, research, and exchange information, experiences, and ideas leading to improvement in oncology;
• Identify and improve oncology practice issues that adversely affect patient access to cancer care;
• Act as a patient advocate to assure that patients have access to the best available care; and
• Support and encourage clinical research against cancer.

Our goals:
• Affect legislation and public policy relative to patient access to cancer care;
• Act as a resource on the "accepted medical practices" associated with cancer care;
• Provide a forum for education of our members on current technologies and their role as accepted medical practices;
• Provide communications to our members and others on issues affecting patient access to cancer care and the practice of oncology.