European School of Oncology

The European School of Oncology (ESO) is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to the education and training of oncology professionals. Founded in 1982 by the renowned Italian surgeon Umberto Veronesi, the school aims to reduce cancer mortality and improve patient quality of life by shortening the time required to transfer knowledge from research centers to clinical practice. ESO operates as a pan-European institution, focusing on multidisciplinary and evidence-based care. ESO provides a wide range of educational programs, including residential masterclasses, fellowships, and certificates of advanced studies in collaboration with various European universities. Its digital platform, e-ESO, offers free distance learning sessions and webinars to a global audience. The organization is uniquely characterized by its financial independence, being funded primarily through private foundations rather than commercial pharmaceutical sponsorship, which ensures an unbiased educational curriculum.