Philippine Musculoskeletal Tumor Society
History
The concept of a Philippine Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (PMTS) took shape in 2004 as eight (8) tumor orthopaedic surgeons came together with the purpose of promoting musculoskeletal oncology in both the local, regional, and international setting.
The society carries with it the objectives of standardizing management of bone and soft tissue sarcomas, increasing public awareness, and promoting continuing education and research into this field.
important events
October 27, 2004
Formal presentation of the Society to the Philippine Society of Oncology (PSO) as a participating society during the Annual Congress of the PSO
December 1, 2004
Formal presentation of the Society to the Philippine Orthopaedic Association (POA) as an affiliate society during Annual Business Meeting of the POA
December 4, 2004
Inaugural Scientific Meeting, EDSA Shangrila Hotel, POA Annual Convention together with induction of affiliate members
“Metastatic Bone Disease: Current Evidence and Practice”
April 7, 2005
2nd Scientific Meeting with Dept of Orthopaedics, East Avenue Medical Center
"Basic Principles in Tumor Orthopaedics”
Mission
To promote musculoskeletal oncology in both the local, regional, and international setting.
Vision
To standardize the management of bone and soft tissue sarcomas, increase public awareness, and promote continuing education and research into this field.