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Apply Now For information about the application process, fee , accommodation and programme, please send your questions to enquiry@siog.org. HELP US PROMOTE RESEARCH MASTERCLASS This educational activity has been organized with the support from: Start: March 19, 2025 End: March 21, 2025 Venues: Paris, France Day 1 & Day 2: Gustave Roussy Day 3: Unicancer

Apply Now For information about the application process, fee , accommodation and programme, please send your questions to enquiry@siog.org. HELP US PROMOTE RESEARCH MASTERCLASS Why attend In a rapidly aging world where cancer rates are rising especially among the older population, innovation driven by research based on evidence and centered on the patient is more crucial than ever. Individuals aged 70 and above are particularly affected and account for the largest proportion of cancer-related deaths globally. Despite this, the care they receive falls short when compared to other age groups. The misconception that older adults have a lower treatment tolerance contributes to this, leading to under-representation in trial registration. There is a strong emphasis from regulatory bodies on the need to include patients aged 75 and above. Yet, very often, at the time of registration of new drugs, fewer older cancer patients [...]

View the scientific programme SIOG 2025 Conference Secretariat K.I.T Group Email: siog-conference@kit-group.org Website: www.siogconference.org SIOG Scientific Secretariat K.I.T. Group Email: siog-scientific@kit-group.org We're thrilled that the SIOG 2025 Annual Conference will be held in Ghent, Belgium, from Thursday, 20 November, to Saturday, 22 November, 2025. This conference presents a valuable opportunity for healthcare professionals to assess the current landscape of geriatric oncology and foster new collaborative endeavours. This year’s conference theme is "Bridging Research and Clinical Practice in Geriatric Oncology". We invite you to join us in Ghent as you continue your steadfast support for the global SIOG Community, contributing to endless possibilities for advancements in geriatric oncology. Stay abreast of conference updates directly from the SIOG Head Office by subscribing to our newsletters or following us on social media. We look forward to hosting you in Ghent from November 20 to 22! [...]

SIOG 2024 Conference Secretariat K.I.T Group Email: siog-conference@kit-group.org Website: www.siogconference.org CME Accreditation "The 24th Annual SIOG Conference is accredited by the American Association of Continuing Medical Education® to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Accreditation Review Committee designates this educational activity for a maximum of 20.25 category I credits in the Association’s Credit Designation. Each physician must claim only those credits that he/she actually spent in the educational activity." To receive your Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credits, please note that will need to scan your name badge daily at the entrance of the session rooms. The number of credits will be allocated depending on the time spent on-site. You will receive your CME certificate directly by the American Association of Continuing Medical Education®. Purpose of the activity: Bring together all health professionals with an interest in geriatric oncology in order to share [...]

SIOG 2024 Conference Secretariat K.I.T Group Email: siog-conference@kit-group.org Website: www.siogconference.org Accommodation Hotel accommodation is not included in the registration fees. Our PCO, K.I.T. Group GmbH, secured room blocks in several hotels situated in walking distance to the venue. Please note that you confirm your reservation directly with the hotel by using the official reservation link or contact the hotel directly and use the code SIOG 2024 to benefit from the special agreed rates. Click below to see hotel options. Book your accommodation Start: October 17, 2024 End: October 19, 2024 Venue: Centre Mont-Royal, Montreal, Canada

SIOG 2024 Conference Secretariat K.I.T Group Email: siog-conference@kit-group.org Website: www.siogconference.org View the scientific programme The theme of this year’s conference is “Promoting Equity & Enhancing Optimal Care Delivery“. The SIOG 2024 Preliminary Scientific Programme tracks will be the following: Track 1: Clinical trials and precision medicine in older adults with cancer Track 2: Biology and epidemiology in cancer and aging Track 3: Strategies and health services research to improve outcomes of diverse populations of older adults with cancer and their caregivers Track 4: Supportive care delivery in older adults with cancer and their caregivers Track 5: Education to improve geriatric oncology knowledge and practice English-French interpretation will be available for all sessions taking place on October 19 in room International II. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information about the programme: SIOG 2024 – Scientific Secretariat siog-scientific@kit-group.org View the scientific programme [...]

SIOG 2024 Conference Secretariat K.I.T Group Email: siog-conference@kit-group.org Website: www.siogconference.org SIOG 2024 Young Investigator Award The aim of the SIOG Young Investigator Award is to promote research in the field of geriatric oncology and to recognise the outstanding contribution of young investigators in understanding, preventing and treating cancer in older patients. To be eligible for the award candidates must be a SIOG member be young / new in the field of geriatric oncology and / or working as a trainee in any discipline that is involved with treatment of older cancer patients (e.g. surgery, radiotherapy, medical oncology, urology, pulmonology, haematology, etcetera) and / or PhD student, postdoctoral fellow or researcher (Young SIOG welcomes all SIOG members who feel addressed by these terms, and does not work with an upper age limit) have their abstract accepted at the SIOG 2024 Annual Conference in Montreal. [...]

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Apply Today For information about the application process, fee , accommodation and programme, please send your questions to enquiry@siog.org. Start: November 13, 2024 End: November 15, 2024 Venue: Le Domaine Notre-Dame de la Route, Fribourg, Switzerland

Apply Today For information about the application process, fee , accommodation and programme, please send your questions to enquiry@siog.org. Admission Attendance to the course is limited to a maximum of 20 participants and admission is upon selection. Application process: 1. Send your application for the course via the online form. NB: Applications sent by email will not be considered. 2. All submissions will be reviewed by the Scientific Committee and a decision will be sent to applicants by email. 3. Selected applicants must pay the admission fee within two weeks of invoice in order to be granted admission. Regular: 2000 Euros, includes: CME accreditation and certificate of attendance Course documents Lunches and coffee breaks during the course 1 year SIOG membership for non-SIOG members. Industry: 1500 Euros, includes: access to lectures only CME accreditation and certificate of attendance Course documents Lunches and coffee [...]