The UK Society for Medical Oncology (UKSMO), formerly the Association of Cancer Physicians, is recognised as the specialty association for medical oncologists by the Royal College of Physicians and the Department of Health . Our executive committee is made up of democratically elected clinicians representing the views and concerns of the membership.
UKSMO membership gives medical oncologists an independent voice in the affairs of the Royal College of Physicians, the Joint Collegiate Council for Oncology (JCCO) and the Specialty Advisory Committee (SAC), who supervise training and accreditation.
Through this, we:
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Would you like to find out more about a career in Medical Oncology? The UKSMO/ACP held a webinar on 29th September to allow participants to learn more about a rewarding career in this exciting and expanding specialty. This event was a great opportunity to find out about different training opportunities and what they involve, as well as hearing from a panel of expe...Posted on
In 2025 the ACP trainees/residents committee carried out a comprehensive online survey of UK medical oncology trainees. The survey builds on the previous report from 2019, since when there have been many changes, including the introduction of the Oncology Combined Stem, new curriculum requirements relating to acute oncology, expansion of specialty training posts...Posted on
Anyone taking the SCE in September is welcome to attend the UKSMO's first revision course. Online across 2 days (30-31 July). Further details and link to register here.