Overview
Treatments for advanced cancers are constantly evolving, and there is an ongoing search for more selective agents and molecularly targeted approaches. Thus, it is essential for community oncologists, oncology nurses, and other practitioners to be aware of the most up-to-date clinical trial data and outcomes. Here you will find links to clinical trial portal sites outlining important ongoing studies, treatment options, and trial results.
Staying current with the latest findings, therapies, and best practices in cancer treatment is difficult for busy practitioners. Attending live meetings is one way to interact with peers and hear about the latest oncology news and trial results. This section lists local, national, and international oncology meetings, symposia, and conferences. Organized by date, you can quickly scan the listings to find those meetings that fit your schedule, location, or specialty.
This section contains links to oncology associations and other institutions that offer guidelines and educational resources for practitioners. You can search for information on a specific cancer type, explore appropriate methods of diagnosis and treatment, and examine best practices in patient care.
A comprehensive listing of websites and organizations dedicated to providing assistance and information to cancer patients and survivors, and their families. Patients can browse through resources devoted to specific cancer types, cancer and nutrition, alternative and complementary therapies, and general oncology resources that include cancer statistics, current research, outreach programs, support centers, and descriptions of treatment options.
In addition to those listed under Supportive Care, there are numerous organizations that provide data and news to busy, practicing oncologists. Here you will find a list of professional associations, cooperative groups, and online publications that house a wealth of oncology information, such as clinical trial and research findings, classification systems, and best practices exchanges.
A listing of peer-reviewed, oncology-related medical journals to help practitioners stay abreast of recently published and archived news, research findings, trial results, editorials, and commentaries.
