Animal Cancer Trust Chairman elected President of the European Society of Veterinary Oncology

Animal Cancer Trust Chairman Malcolm Brearley has been elected as President of the European Society of Veterinary Oncology, the charity is pleased to announce. 

Mr Brearley, a Consultant Veterinary Oncologist, was nominated at the Society’s AGM on 29th February 2008 and will hold this post for the next four years.  During this time he aims to develop the Society and strengthen its role in Europe and worldwide.

With nearly 20 years experience of treating animals with cancer, Mr Brearley became the first RCVS Recognised Specialist in Veterinary Oncology in 1994 and a European Specialist in Small Animal Oncology in 2005.  He is a founding member of the charity, the Animal Cancer Trust, which is committed to the fight against cancer through funding research and better treatment facilities for the benefit of animals.

Mr Brearley says: “I’ve always enjoyed taking an active role in the European Society of Veterinary Oncology, so I’m delighted to have now been voted President.  The Society brings together a large number of veterinarians interested in oncology and it is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of shaping its direction in the future.”

For further information about the Animal Cancer Trust please contact Karen Pearson, Chief Executive on karenapearson@btinternet.com or visit the website at www.animalcancertrust.org.uk.

Notes to editors

1. The European Society of Veterinary Oncology was formed in 1993.  There are over 200 members of the European Society of Veterinary Oncology involved with veterinary cancer e.g. Clinical Oncologists, Surgeons, Pathologists and Research Scientists from all over Europe as well as from USA, Australia, South Africa and others.  The aims of the Society are:

• Encouraging and facilitating coordination of research and other contributions to the knowledge related to pathogenesis, diagnosis, therapy, prevention and control of animal tumour diseases.
• Providing an organisation for recognised specialists in veterinary oncology and for individuals who take interest in research, teaching, or the practice of veterinary and comparative oncology.
• Furthering education in veterinary oncology
• Facilitating the exchange of information on comparative oncology through interaction with other organisations for cancer research.

March 31, 2008

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