to develop the future in
Comprehensive Cancer Care
About us
Our mission is to provide patients equal access to a high quality of cancer care in multidisciplinary teams; to ensure that cancer research and innovation are fully integrated into patient care pathways; and to put patients at the centre of their care.
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Our PROGRAMME BY THE NUMBERS
Comprehensive Cancer Centres with Research Excellence
Comprehensive Cancer Centres
Comprehensive Cancer Networks
Centres and Networks in our programme
Cancer Centres
Centres in accreditation
Certified Centres
Our accredited centres deliver cutting-edge treatments in communities across Europe and beyond its borders. Find a centre near you and learn more about its programmes and initiatives.
Latest news
06 Oct 2026
The New Designation Criteria of the OECI A&D Programme from 1 September
The revised framework introduces three designation types, reflecting different levels of development across cancer care, research and education.
06 Oct 2026
OECI Standards Manual 4.0 Awarded ISQua EEA Accreditation
An important international recognition of the quality and rigour behind the OECI A&D framework, confirming its alignment with recognised principles for healthcare quality evaluation and accreditation programmes.
09 Sep 2026
Call for Nominations for the OECI Accreditation Committee
Interested candidates are invited to apply by 11 October 2026. The A&D Board will select up to 3 candidates.
Featured publications
15 Apr 2022
A&D Paper on Governance
16 Aug 2020
100 European Core Quality Standards for Cancer Care and Research Centres
Simon Oberst, Wim van Harten, Gunnar Saeter, Peter Nagy, Jean Benoit Burrion, Jozsef Lovey, Thierry Philip Lancet Oncology – Volume 21, Issue 8 – 1009-1011 August 2020...
Featured events
26.10.2026 - 28.10.2026
Inveruno, Italy
OECI Auditors’ Training Course 2026
An interactive three-day programme covering the key skills, methods and practical exercises required for OECI A&D peer reviews.
24.11.2026
Online
Understanding the OECI Accreditation & Designation Programme Webinar
The webinar will introduce the OECI Accreditation & Designation Programme and focus on the Network Accreditation Programme, including a practical example from the OncoZON network.
05.02.2026
Madrid, Spain
A&D Representatives’ Information Session at Hospital Clínico San Carlos
An impressive turnout highlighted the hospital’s strong commitment to achieving Comprehensive Cancer Center designation.