Introduction to oncology course 2018

Dear colleagues
 
Please circulate widely within your teams and local contacts.
 
Are you new to oncology or do you work with colleagues who are new to oncology?
 
The popular BOPA Introduction to Oncology course is back for 2018. This year we will be delivering the course in a one day format and is FREE to all BOPA members! Aimed at people new to oncology (less than 2 years’ experience) the course will deliver sessions on key topics such as pharmaceutical care planning, oncological emergencies and much more. Full agenda coming soon.
 
Book now to secure a free place.
 
The introduction to oncology course will take place on:
21st May at the Royal Marsden Hospital London   https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/news-and-events/conference-centre/study-days-and-conferences/bopa-introduction-oncology-course-2018
 
11th June at the Christie, Manchester   https://bopa-introtoonc.eventbrite.co.uk
 
Please note you must be a current member at the time of registration and attendance on the course. Non-members are also welcome at a fee of £100 (including VAT). A fee of £50 will be applied in the event of a late cancellation or non-attendance on the day.
 
Not a BOPA member? Why not join for the newcomer reduced price of £35 and attend for free. By joining you will also be able to take advantage of all the other benefits of being a BOPA member such as access to our online educational resources and much, much more!
 
 

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