Phone: +32 2 880 62 62
Web Address: ESSO Website
Established in 1981, the European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO) is committed to advancing cancer surgery in Europe and beyond. Through education, research, and multidisciplinary care, we shape a future of surgery for the ultimate benefit of patients.
Our Commitment
- Congress Excellence: We organize the largest surgical oncology congress in Europe, providing a platform for knowledge exchange and
collaboration among professionals. - Community Building: Join a community in a network of over 4,000 members (individuals and affiliated)
- Education and Training: ESSO offers courses and webinars for junior and senior surgeons, ensuring continuous learning and development.
- Leading Publication: Stay at the forefront of surgical oncology research with our monthly Scientific Journal, EJSO (European Journal
of Surgical Oncology). - Collaboration: We actively cooperate with other discipline and organ based societies within the European Cancer Organisation (ECO), working together for a comprehensive approach to cancer care. We also collaborate with the European Board of Surgery for examinations in surgical oncology and breast cancer surgery.
- Advocacy: ESSO is dedicated to promoting the value of surgical oncology in cancer care. We advocate at the EU level for the recognition of surgical oncology as a specialty and harmonized training in surgical oncology.
- Global Outreach: We offer specific opportunities for cancer surgeons from developing countries to attend the ESSO Congress, ensuring a
global perspective in our endeavors. - Quality Assurance: ESSO supports quality assurance projects aimed at improving cancer care for all patients across Europe.
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