ASCOconnection.org is the professional networking site for the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and the companion website for ASCO's official member publication for and about ASCO members, ASCO Connection.

ASCOconnection.org features blogs from ASCO members and leaders, the online version of the membership publication, online exclusive articles, ASCO news, career development resources, and links to the ASCO Membership Directory, Career Center, and ASCO myConnection.

A special edition, The Best of ASCO Connection Blogs, features engaging blog posts from the previous year and is distributed annually at the ASCO Annual Meeting.

Learn more about our esteemed Bloggers and Editorial Board members.

If you are interested in submitting a blog post or article, or want to learn more about opportunities for networking, contact us at ascoconnection@asco.org.

Access for ASCO Members

All blogs and articles are open to ASCO members. However, members need to log in with their ASCO.org username and password to access member-only content and/or to post comments anywhere on the site.

Access for Nonmembers with an ASCO.org Guest Account

Nonmembers who log in with their ASCO.org Guest Account username and password can read and comment on most blogs and articles. However, some content may be reserved for members only.

Access for Nonmember Visitors Not Logged In

Nonmember guests who visit the site but who don't register an ASCO.org Guest Account can read most content. However, only logged-in visitors can comment on content.

Please read the Guidelines for Commenting and Terms and Conditions before proceeding.

Awards and Affiliations

2018

APEX Awards

• ASCO Connection blogger Julia Close, MD, for "You Are Okay: Letting Go of Guilt, “Balance,” and Impossible Expectations"  - Social Media – Best Single Blog Post

2017

APEX Awards

• ASCO Connection issue “Women in Oncology: Breaking Down Barriers and Looking to the Future” (November 2016) - Magazines, Journals & Tabloids – Print (+32 pages)

2016

APEX Awards

• ASCO Connection blogger Anne Katz, PhD, RN, FAAN: Overall blog content
• A Conversation with Will Schwalbe, Author of The End of Your Life Book Club by ASCO staff writer Jack Lambert - Writing (Interviews and Personal Profiles)
• ASCO Connection issue “Improving Access to Targeted Therapies With ASCO's First Clinical Trial: TAPUR” (September 2015) - Magazines, Journals & Tabloids – Print (+32 pages)

2015

APEX Awards

• ASCO Connection issue “ASCO Prepares for an Aging Nation” (January 2015) - Magazines, Journals & Tabloids – Print (+32 pages)
• ASCO Connection article “The Society's Mission to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities” - Writing – Feature Writing
• ASCO Connection blogger Anne Katz, PhD, RN, FAAN, for “Addressing Sex vs. Death Perceptions in Prostate Cancer Treatment” - Social Media – Best Single Blog Post

Excel Awards

• Web Publishing: General Excellence (Blog) - Bronze Winner

W3 Awards

• Web Features: Copy or Writing - Silver Winner

2014

APEX Awards

• ASCO Connection: Trainee & Early-Career Oncologists - Print Magazines, Journals & Tabloids
• ASCOconnection.org - Website Content
• ASCO Connection blogger Don S. Dizon, MD, FACP, FASCO - Social Media – Best Single Blog Post

2013

APEX Awards

• ASCO Connection blogger Don S. Dizon, MD, FACP, FASCO: Overall Blog Content
• Magazine and Journal Writing

2012

APEX Awards

• Blogs
• Magazine & Journal Design & Layout

Web Award

• Outstanding Website

2011

APEX Awards

• Health and Medical Writing
• Magazine and Journal Writing

2010

APEX Awards

• Magazine and Journal Writing (under the title of ASCO News & Forum) 

APEX Awards recognize print and digital publications for achievements in graphic design, editorial content, and overall communications effectiveness.