Founded in 1984, the International Psycho-Oncology Society (IPOS) was created to foster international multidisciplinary communication about clinical, educational and research issues that relate to the subspecialty of psycho-oncology and two primary psychosocial dimensions of cancer:
• Response of patients, families and staff to cancer and its treatment at all stages.
• Psychological, social and behavioral factors that influence tumor progression and survival.
Vision:
IPOS fosters the science and practice of psychosocial oncology to improve the care for people affected by cancer worldwide.
Mission:
The mission of IPOS is to promote global excellence in psychosocial care of people affected by cancer through partnerships, research, public policy, advocacy and education.