Frequently Asked Questions: ESMO Academy 2022

To enter the congress venue, faculty, delegates, sponsors and staff will be required to show:

• A certificate providing evidence of full vaccination against COVID-19 with or without a third booster, with a vaccine approved by WHO (the list can be found here) OR
• A certificate showing proof of recovery from COVID-19 in the last 6 months with at least one dose of a WHO-approved vaccine administered at any timepoint

The certificate check is done at first entry to the venue only, before the registration badge collection.

Additionally, for all is strongly recommended:

• Testing for SARS COV2 within 48 hours prior to the inbound trip with a molecular, rapid antigen or self-test. The result will not be checked by ESMO
• Wearing a face mask in closed spaces
• During the event get tested if you have any symptom
• Wash and sanitise your hands regularly
• Avoid hand-shaking

Please note that each participant need to follow the specific country COVID-19 regulations approved by the local authorities, if more restrictive than the ESMO regulations.

• COVID-19 regulations Dublin
• COVID-19 regulations Prague

If there is a QR code on your documentation, any language is accepted. Otherwise, the documentation should be in English, French, German or Italian.

No, it is not mandatory to wear a face mask, but it is strongly recommended.

For current regulations, please visit the following link:

• COVID-19 regulations Dublin
• COVID-19 regulations Prague

You will need to have an ESMO account and go through the registration process and choose one location where you want to attend: in Dublin or in Prague. Registration fees are published on the ESMO website.

Don’t have an ESMO Account?

Please set up a free ESMO Account now to register. After creating your ESMO account, you can register.

If you are not a Member but would like to join ESMO and you meet the Membership requirements, you can do so now. Please note that it may take a few minutes to activate your Membership and then you may proceed to registration.

Reimbursements for individuals who decide to become a Member after paying the registration fee will not be made.

The registration system will close when the maximum capacity is reached.

Note: Internet Explorer is not supported and should not be used to access the registration system. The list of supported web browsers and versions is as follows:

• Chrome (preferred): Version 80 and above
• Safari for Mac: Version 12 and above
• Safari for Windows: Version 4 and above
• Firefox: Version 74 and above
• Microsoft Edge: Version 80 and above

Priority will be given to attendees registered for the ESMO 2022 Examination and ESMO Members. Thereafter, the remaining places will be first come, first served.

The registration system will close when the maximum capacity is reached.

Confirmation of registration will be sent via email to all pre-registered participants end-July.

Designed principally for young oncologists preparing to take the ESMO Examination in September 2022, the comprehensive educational programme is also ideal for experienced oncologists looking to update and refresh their knowledge.

• Full participation in the course
• Two nights' accommodation on the University Campus or Hotel
• Lunches
• Coffee breaks
• Official Academy dinner
• Wi-Fi in the venue

Please bring the final confirmation with you and go to Registration desk.

Desk opening hours:

Yes, you will be able to download and print your Certificate of Attendance upon completion of the online evaluation from Sunday, 21 August at 10:00 (CEST). The ESMO Academy 2022 programme will be accredited with ESMO-MORA category 1 points.

ESMO Academy 2022 is taking place in simultaneously in Dublin, Ireland and in Prague, Czech Republic.

It will take place from 19 to 21 August 2022. Please consult the online programme for all details.

The meeting webcasts will be available a few days after the meeting end and will include all the sessions of the official programme where speaker permission is granted. the webcasts will be available on OncologyPRO and will be accessible to all registered delegates and all ESMO Members, non-Member delegates for 24 months. The session will be available with audio and slides only.

Coffee breaks and lunch will be offered to delegates during the congress with the following schedule:

Yes, the official app is called ESMO Academy. Every participants should download it to be informed about the ESMO Academy 2022 activities and logistical info. Participants will receive an email with the link to download the App a few day before the event starts. More information about ESMO Academy mobile app can be found here.

Delegates using their own device will need to install the ESMO Academy App. Participants will receive an event access code in a separate e-mail in August.

If you need technical support, contact SpotMe here.

• Keep informed on the Programme: View the ESMO Academy 2022 online programme, see session information and faculty list.
• Check accommodation and logistical info: Find out where you will be staying, how to reach the ESMO Academy venue and learn more about the ESMO Academy dinner.
• Test your knowledge: Take the test exam and quizzes, ask questions to the faculty, post comments on the forum section.
• Get connected: See who is there, send messages, or exchange business cards with other delegates.

The ESMO Academy 2022 mobile application is available for Apple devices running iOS 11 or newer and for Android devices running 5 (lollipop) or newer.

To check if your Apple iOS device is compatible:

Navigate to Settings -> General -> About  | Scroll down to Version. If you are not running iOS 11 or higher, you should update before attempting to install the app: go to Settings -> Software Update or connect your device to iTunes.

To check if your Android device is compatible:

Navigate to Settings -> About device | Scroll down to Version. If you are not running Android 5 or higher, you should update your Android operating system before attempting to install the app. Please note Kindle Fires are not supported at the moment.

You can access the online programme via the ESMO website (Programme section). In the “Search” box at the top of the page you may select from options including session title, presentation title, final publication number, day, topic or presenter name.

The meeting webcasts will be available for all delegates and will include all the sessions of the official programme where speaker permission is granted. Once the meeting has finished, the webcasts will be available on OncologyPRO and will be accessible to all registered delegates and all ESMO Members, non-Member delegates for 24 months.

ESMO-MORA: The ESMO Academy 2022 programme has been accredited with 18 Cat. 1 ESMO MORA points. Recertification is necessary for medical oncologists to remain professionally certified by ESMO. It also guarantees that a certified medical oncologist has continued to update her/his knowledge and still possess the necessary skills and standards for the practice of medical oncology. See here for further details.

ESMO Membership offers valuable educational resources and opportunities to collaborate as one oncology community. Find out more about all the benefits Membership includes and ask the ESMO staff at the Registration desk if you wish to join ESMO or renew your Membership onsite.