The Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO) was formed in 1977 through the assistance of the Florida Division of the American Cancer Society (ACS).

FLASCO consists of approximately 400 members, which include medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, gynecologic oncologists,  and pediatric oncologists.  Also, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, oncology office managers are part of FLASCO Affiliate Members.

FLASCO has a Board of Directors, Executive Committee and seven (7) standing committees, plus several Ad Hoc Committees.

FLASCO has successfully implemented multiple initiatives over the last decade including a cancer clinical trails network, the Florida Clinical Trials Network (FCTN).

FLASCO focus includes legislative efforts in collaboration with the Florida Medical Association, American Cancer Society, and the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society on behalf of Florida cancer patients. FLASCO collaborates with ASCO, ASH, ACCC and COA at the national level.  Legislative Alerts are sent out to the entire membership when appropriate. 

FLASCO provides two educational sessions for its members per year covering scientific and business of oncology topics.  In addition, each year FLASCO holds a Business of Oncology Summit for its members.  In 2010, FLASCO developed and conducted a Business of Oncology Conference in Puerto Rico which was very well attended and had excellent evaluations.

The most active FLASCO Committee is the Clinical Practice Committee.  Members of this Committee meet on a regular basis with Florida Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, Aetna, United Health Care, Av Med, and Humana. This committee addresses all issues involving reimbursement which are submitted by members, has a CAC member for both oncology and hematology, and provides input to FCSO, our MAC, for all draft LCDs pertaining to oncology.

FLASCO has a weekly newsletter, FAX BLAST, transmitted via fax or email to all members and to the Corporate sponsors, Florida Medicare, and all of the private insurance payers

The purpose of the organization shall be to facilitate and promote multidisciplinary efforts to improve patient care in Florida by:

• Fostering access to quality cancer care to the citizens of Florida.
• Assisting the cancer practitioners in providing the most cost effective quality care for their patients.
• Acting as an advocate for Florida cancer patients and their families.
• Coordinating the dissemination of information and providing an opportunity for oncologists, physicians and other health care professionals to network and exchange information on cancer care.
• Serving as a resource to other organizations and agencies seeking to interact with the Florida cancer care community.