Medical & Educational Societies
ESP’s Global Collaborations
The European Society of Pathology (ESP) collaborates extensively with scientific and clinical organisations, national societies, and international health bodies to advance the field of pathology and promote educational excellence.
Collaboration with the ESP Affiliated National Societies is vital. ESP engages with them through surveys, joint research projects, educational programmes, and conferences, which facilitate knowledge sharing and foster innovation. These efforts ensure that pathologists stay up to date with the latest advancements and best practices in the field.
Furthermore, ESP strategically works with prominent clinical societies that are instrumental in shaping healthcare standards across Europe and beyond. Through these collaborations, ESP contributes to the development of clinical guidelines that enhance diagnostic and therapeutic practices in pathology. By collaborating with leading medical societies, ESP ensures that pathology integrates with other medical disciplines to improve patient outcomes.
ESP also drives progress across various pathology specialties through collaborations with experts and research groups worldwide. This includes collaborative research into complex conditions and improvements in diagnostic practices, reflecting ESP’s dedication to comprehensive and impactful scientific advancements.
Moreover, ESP engages in global collaborations with leading international entities dedicated to setting standards and improving practices in cancer research and pathology reporting. These efforts help develop comprehensive reporting frameworks, advance methodologies, and address global healthcare challenges, reinforcing ESP’s influence in strengthening the global pathology community.
Importantly, these collaborations extend beyond Europe, reflecting ESP’s commitment to fostering advancements in pathology worldwide and promoting international cooperation in research and education. ESP Associated National Societies are integral to these global efforts, contributing to a network that supports knowledge exchange and innovation across continents. Additionally, these societies are invited to be part of the ESP Advisory Board, further enhancing ESP’s collaborative and inclusive approach. These initiatives highlight ESP’s dedication to a comprehensive, interdisciplinary, and global approach, ensuring robust progress in pathology that benefits pathologists and patients around the globe.
Key Collaborating Organisations
- ESP Affiliated National Societies
- Association of Pathologists, Singapore (APS)
- Digital Pathology Association (DPA)
- The European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL)
- European Cancer Organisation (ECO)
- European School of Oncology (ESO)
- European Society of Digital and Integrative Pathology (ESDIP)
- European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO)
- European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
- European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS)
- Hans Popper Hepatopathology Society (HPHS)
- The Hong Kong College of Pathologists (HKCPath)
- International Academy of Cytology (IAC)
- International Academy of Pathology (IAP)
- International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)
- International Collaboration on Cancer Reporting (ICCR)
- International Liaison of Pathology Presidents (ILPP)
- Japanese Society of Pathology (JSP)
- Korean Society of Pathologists (KSP)
- The Pancreatobiliary Pathology Society (PBPS)
- Rodger Haggitt Gastrointestinal Pathology Society (GIPS)
- Sharing Progress in Cancer Care (SPCC)
- United European Gastroenterology (UEG)
- United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology (USCAP)