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  • A fellow shall fulfill the following requirements:

    2.1.1 Shall be a Filipino citizen, duly licensed to practice medicine in the Philippines, and registered with the Professional Regulation Commission.

    2.1.2 Shall be a bona fide member of the Philippine Medical Association.

    2.1.3 Shall have satisfactory moral, ethical, and professional standing in the PSO accredited affiliate specialty society and community.

    2.1.4 Shall have passed the certifying examination of his/her PSO accredited affiliate specialty society/board.

    2.1.5 Shall be a registered Fellow or its equivalent and be an active member of his/her Pso accredited specialty society.

    2.1.6 Shall have demonstrated special interest in a particular field of oncology, such as a training program or research.

  • A Senior Fellow is one who has been a Fellow in good standing and has reached the age of sixty-five (65) years, or one who has been a Fellow in good standing for at least ten (10) consecutive years, but has retired from the practice of medicine due to illness or incapacity.

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    Upon approval of his application, he will continue to be listed in the roster of Fellows, have the right to vote, but shall not be required to pay the annual dues nor attend the meetings.

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    A Senior Fellow who has not retired from the practice of medicine may be elected as an officer of the Executive Council and appointed to any position.

  • Affiliate member is

    2.3.1 A licensed physician who is a diplomate of his/her specialty society.

    2.3.2 An allied health professional in oncology (oncology nurse, researcher, and other health specialists) who has demonstrated their ability to participate in the study and care of patients with neoplastic disease.

    2.3.3 They shall have privileges of membership but may not vote or hold office. They shall pay annual dues.

  • Any active member may nominate a candidate for honorary membership to the Committee on Credentials and Membership, who will evaluate the nominee and recommend to the Executive Council the honorary membership award based on the following criteria:

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    2.4.1 Shall have attained national or international distinction in the field of oncological and allied sciences.

    2.4.2 Shall have rendered meritorious humanitarian services or endeavors for the promotion of cancer control.

    2.4.3 Shall have the privileges of membership but may not vote or hold office. They shall not pay annual dues.

HOW TO APPLY FOR MEMBERSHIP

Step 1: Choose your membership category
Determine which category applies to you:

  • Fellow

  • Senior Fellow

  • Affiliate Member

  • Honorary Member

 

Step 2: Prepare your requirements

  • Diploma for non-physician

  • Diploma in Medical School

  • Certificate of Residency Training

  • Certificate of Fellowship Training

  • Certificate Fellowship of Specialty Society

  • Updated PRC ID

  • Certificate of Bona fide PMA Member

  • Recent ID Picture 1.5 × 1.5

  • Letter of Recommendation of (2) PSO Members in good standing

  • Application Fee (₱1,500)

 

Step 3: Submit your application
Send your application to the PSO Committee on Credentials and Membership for review.

 

Step 4: Wait for evaluation
The committee will assess your qualifications and forward their recommendation to the Executive Council.

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Step 5: Get notified of the result
Once approved, you will be notified and listed in the official PSO registry of members.

 

Step 6: Take your oath
All new members must sign the Oath of Fellowship during their induction to the Society.

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