Centers of Excellence

If your center successfully integrates oncology and supportive care, upholds high standards, and maintains comprehensive supportive care services, you could be eligible to become a MASCC-Designated Center of Excellence in Supportive Care in Cancer. Each recognized center:

• Receives a certificate from MASCC which can be displayed in the unit
• Has the right to use the title “A MASCC-Designated Center of Excellence in Supportive Care in Cancer” and the MASCC logo on marketing and advertising related to the center or program

Any cancer center or department may apply for MASCC certification and there is no fee to do so. Applications are reviewed by MASCC’s Certification Program Committee, which in turn makes recommendations to MASCC’s Executive Committee for final decisions. Certification criteria include a supportive care focus in clinical activities, research, and educational initiatives, as well as adherence to international guidelines.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Certification is valid for three years, after which the center must apply for re-evaluation. Centers with which members of the Certification Program Committee are affiliated may apply. However, the relevant committee members must recuse themselves from the evaluation process. Candidates are encouraged to become MASCC members and promote the membership in their institution.