About Us

Background

The Ohio Hematology Oncology Society was organized in 1994 to advocate for, educate and inform practicing Oncologists and Hematologists. Originally formed to represent medical Oncologists in Ohio and West Virginia, the organization has expanded its scope to include Hematologists and other professionals on the cancer care team. The Society is dedicated to assisting Oncologists and Hematologists in the delivery of the highest quality patient care by providing a forum to exchange ideas and by representing their interests and those of patients before governmental entities, insurance carriers, pharmaceutical companies and the public. We currently represent 160 physician members in Ohio. The Society is a state affiliate for the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the Association of Community Cancer Centers and works closely with other health care organizations such as the American Society of Hematology, and the Ohio State Medical Association.

Cancer care and treatment options continue to rapidly evolve and non-physicians (the government and insurers) continue to become more involved in the decisions involving the delivery of that care. The Society is working hard to protect patient needs and outcomes and the ability of physicians to provide quality care in a variety of treatment settings. We are committed to assisting our members to adapt to and influence the complex challenges of managed care, legislation and government regulations.