MISSION STATEMENT
As a nonprofit organization, ASCO is ded-
icated to achieving its charitable mission
outlined by the organization's founders in
1964. ASCO strongly supports all types
of cancer research, but in particular,
patient-oriented clinical research.
ASCO is committed to
Improving
cancer care and prevention;
Advancing
the education of physicians
and other professionals in the care of
patients with cancer and supporting
research and the development of clinical
cancer researchers;
Fostering
communication among cancer-
related medical subspecialties and the
exchange of a wide range of ideas related
to cancer, including its biology, preven-
tion, diagnosis, staging, treatment, and
psychosocial impact;
Advocating
public policy that ensures
patient access to high-quality cancer
care and that supports increased clinical
cancer research; and
Assisting
oncologists in addressing the
challenges of the modern-day practice of
oncology.
Core Values
Commitment:
ASCO's overriding
concerns are the care and well-being of
patients with cancer.
Integrity:
ASCO will strive for integrity
and trustworthiness in all endeavors.
Competence:
ASCO will work to ensure
excellence in care for all patients with
cancer.
Innovation:
ASCO is committed to inno-
vation in research, oversight, and delivery
of cancer care.
Inclusivity:
ASCO is committed to profes-
sional diversity and multidisciplinary care
for patients with cancer.
Left to right: Richard L. Schilsky, MD, ASCO President 2008-2009;
Douglas W. Blayney, MD, ASCO President 2009-2010;
and Allen S. Lichter, MD, Chief Executive Officer
I. Quality Care
4
II. Workforce and Professional Development
10
III. Research
14
IV. Education
18
V. Publications
24
VI. ASCO's Multimedia Collection
28
VII. Resources to Share with Patients
31
VIII. Leadership
34
ASCO Statement of Revenues and Expenses
36
Supporter Acknowledgment
37
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