Our online CME tests for ESMO Handbooks enable members to accrue CME points.
We are committed to providing our members with educational material and opportunities that are useful and relevant to their work and practice. In 2009 ESMO started the development of the online CME test for the ESMO Handbook – enabling ESMO Members to accrue CME points.
- The ESMO Handbook CME test consists of 10-13 questions. You may take the test twice and the pass rate needs to be 66% or above.
- Upon successful completion of the test, you will be issued with an ESMO CME certificate awarding 5 ESMO-MORA category 1 points.
- ESMO members have the option to print the certificate immediately or keep it in the CME bank to print out at a later stage.
- Each Handbook CME test is available for two years after the handbook’s release.
Help us improve: At the end of the test, please complete the evaluation survey and share your feedback on how the material met your specific learning objectives.
2023 ESMO Handbook of Nutrition and Cancer Second Edition
This handbook explores the relationship between nutrition and cancer and the role of nutrition in cancer prevention and cancer treatment. From basic concepts to the role of nutrition after cancer and including topics such as dietary counselling and health economics, this handbook addresses major issues faced by healthcare providers on a daily basis.
The CME test for the 2023 ESMO Handbook of Nutrition and Cancer Second Edition will be available until July 2025.
2022 ESMO Handbook of Cancer in Adolescents and Young Adults
This handbook describes the major types of malignancy which might occur during this transitional phase of life. It provides diagnostic and therapeutic guidance and also gives an idea of life after cancer. ESMO and SIOP Europe share the same goal: that no young person should have to die from cancer.
The CME test for the 2022 ESMO Handbook of Cancer in Adolescents and Young Adults was available until September 2024.
2022 ESMO Handbook of Targeted Therapies and Precision Oncology
This handbook brings together specialists in the field of precision medicine, who have shared their knowledge and given their insights on this broad topic, providing you with a solid base to understand this field from basic science to clinical application.
The CME test for the 2022 ESMO Handbook of Targeted Therapies and Precision Oncology was available until September 2024.
2022 ESMO Handbook of Supportive and Palliative Care
This handbook aims to educate oncologists on all aspects of a patient’s cancer journey, including symptom control, physical, mental, social and emotional wellbeing, as well as end-of-life care.
The CME test for the 2022 ESMO Handbook of Supportive and Palliative Care was available until September 2024.
2018 ESMO Handbook of Immuno-Oncology
Immuno-oncology is a rapidly evolving field that changes practice in oncology. This handbook covers many aspects of immuno-oncology, from basic immunology to the current state-of-the-art clinical application of immunotherapy in different cancer types, including management of immune-related side effects. Such comprehensive overview was needed to provide a strong basis to understand the theory, mechanisms of action, clinical developments and the future of immuno-oncology in different cancer types.
The CME Test for the 2018 ESMO Handbook of Immuno-Oncology was available until March 2021.
2018 ESMO Handbook of Interpreting Oncological Study Publications
This handbook enables to better estimate the true benefit of new oncological interventions and to better understand other cancer-related research. The emphasis is on quantitative research in oncology. From studies that investigate the causes of cancer, to its prognosis and treatment, each chapter focuses on a specific type of study, its design and its value, providing examples to show how the studies are designed and conducted, how their findings are reported, and how to interpret the results. The goal is to support meaningful discussion with patients and their families and optimise decision making.
The CME Test for the 2018 ESMO Handbook of Interpreting Oncological Study Publications was available until March 2021.
2016 ESMO Handbook of Oncological Emergencies, 2nd Edition
This handbook is a new edition of the handbook which was first published in 2005. It was needed to approach the new advances and developments in the field of oncological emergency treatments, and therefore to organise an update and expend the content list of the previous handbook. The content spans through a range of different cardiovascular, neurological, renal and urological, metabolic, respiratory, gastrointestinal, immune and haematological complications and emergency conditions. In addition, cancer pain and psychological complications are elaborated as well.
The CME Test for the 2016 ESMO Handbook of Oncological Emergencies, 2nd Edition was available until March 2021.
2016 ESMO Handbook of Cancer in the Senior Patient, 2nd Edition
This handbook is an update of the existing title, co-jointly developed by ESMO and SIOG, and first published in 2010. The updated version presents the latest developments in the field of geriatric oncology. The treatment of elderly cancer patients requires a careful evaluation. This handbook focuses on clinically relevant problems to support delicate decision-making processes in term of treatment and necessary adaptations in senior patients with cancer.
The CME Test for the 2016 Handbook of Cancer in the Senior Patient, 2nd Edition was available until February 2020.
2015 ESMO Handbook of Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Evaluation, 2nd Edition
This handbook is an update of the title released by ESMO for the first time in 2009. The latest version introduces new techniques and information from research and clinical practice that have emerged since then. This handbook is a rare attempt to systematically elaborate important issues in the field of cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation. It focuses on some key clinical tools and methods necessary for oncology practice.
The CME Test for the 2015 Handbook of Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Evaluation, 2nd Edition was available until February 2020.
2015 ESMO Handbook on Translational Research
This handbook is an update of the ESMO Handbook of Translational Research, which was first published in 2007. This update was needed due to important advances in cancer treatments in recent years, mostly based on new discoveries on molecular mechanisms, biological processes of human tumours, and emerging technologies. In addition, the continuous integration between preclinical and clinical research, and the recognition of the role of translational medicine, has promoted the development of precision medicine as a truly cross-disciplinary collaboration among cancer scientists and clinicians.
The CME Test for the 2015 Handbook on Translational Research was available until February 2018.
2014 ESMO Handbook on Rehabilitation Issues During Cancer Treatment and Follow-Up
This handbook is intended primarily to be read by physicians working in the field of medical oncology. The aim of this publication is to provide key information in the form of a comprehensive and well-arranged handbook that will help physicians gain better understanding of the issues surrounding patient rehabilitation.
The CME Test for the 2014 Handbook on Rehabilitation Issues During Cancer Treatment and Follow-Up was available until October 2016.
2013 ESMO Handbook on Cancer Treatment in Special Clinical Situations
This handbook is designed to assist medical oncologists with challenging or complex situations, when modification of standard treatment in clinical practice is necessary. The chapters deal with clinical topics as well as social topics that relate to interpersonal relationships, beliefs and the patient’s capacity to make decisions.
The CME Test for the 2013 Handbook on Cancer Treatment in Special Clinical Situations was available until October 2015.