Consider joining the Society for Integrative Oncology

As a member of the board of the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO), I have observed the tremendous growth in the quality of research and increasing interest in this area of medicine. It is exciting to see the level of acceptance and understanding of the importance of Integrative Oncology among the most highly-esteemed members and institutions in the international academic medical community.
As a result of high-quality research, our patients increasingly have access to a range of evidence-based therapies in their medical centers and clinics that had previously been considered "alternative."

Please consider joining the SIO and becoming a member of this important organization. Your support is greatly needed to help us in our mission to bring the highest quality cancer care to our patients.

Here is a more thorough introduction and mission statement, from the SIO website:

Introduction

The Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO) is a non-profit, multi-disciplinary organization founded in 2003 for health professionals committed to the study and application of complementary therapies and botanicals for cancer patients. It provides a convenient forum for presentation, discussion and peer review of evidence-based research and treatment modalities in the discipline known as integrative medicine. It makes a clear distinction between "alternative" or unproven and "complementary" or tested useful therapies in cancer care. Integrative oncology is a seamless rapprochement of interventions that benefit cancer patients.

Because a constantly growing number of cancer patients throughout the world turn to both alternative and complementary therapies as part of their cancer treatment plan, it is essential that oncologists have ready access to information about research, existing treatment programs, and both the benefits and dangers of the wide range of complementary therapies available today.

SIO Mission

SIO is a non-profit, multi-disciplinary organization of professionals dedicated to studying and facilitating cancer treatment and the recovery process through the use of integrated complementary therapeutic options. Such options include natural and botanical products, nutrition, acupuncture, massage, mind-body therapies, and other complementary modalities. Our mission is to educate oncology professionals, patients, caregivers, and relevant others about the scientific validity, clinical benefits, toxicities, and limitations of state-of-the-art integrative therapies. SIO provides a forum for presentation, discussion, and peer review of evidence-based research in the discipline. We advocate for responsible public policy and the highest standards of practice in integrative medicine through appropriate training and the certification of health care professionals.

Benefits of SIO Membership

By joining the SIO (or renewing your membership) today, you will enjoy the benefits of membership in the preeminent international organization that is advancing the clinical practice and study of Integrative Oncology. The SIO website, http://www.integrativeonc.org, contains current information for clinicians, researchers, patients and caregivers working in the field of integrative oncology. Membership includes a subscription to the Journal of the Society for Integrative Oncology, the official organ of the SIO.
Members receive discounts on SIO programs, services, and conference registration fees.

Through our website you will have access to:
-Conference videos and abstracts (expanded access for members)
-Practice guidelines (expanded access for members)
-Clinical practice newsletter (members-only access)
-Professional opportunities (members-only access)
-Current integrative oncology news
-Research announcements
-Member chat room (members-only access)
-Networking (members-only access)
-Access to Journal of the Society of Integrative Oncology (members-only access)
-Public and media information

To learn more about membership, click here.