8th ExCOP

It is a great honour for APFH to bring the ExCOP to Portugal for the first time, reinforcing our commitment to advancing oncology pharmacy practice and supporting the professional development of hospital oncology pharmacists worlwide.

ExCOP is an essential and face to face component of the European Certification Program for Oncology Pharmacy (EUSOP), developed by the European Society of Oncology Pharmacy (ESOP). As the first European certification programme dedicated to oncology pharmacy, EUSOP promotes excellence, harmonises professional competencies, and prepares pharmacists to meet the growing challenges of cancer care with the highest standards of quality and patient-centred practice.

Hosting the 8th ExCOP in Portugal represents a significant milestone for our profession. Successful completion of the EcCOP training, alongside the e-learning modules and national training programmes, constitutes the final step in the EUSOP programme and leads to the award of the “Oncology Pharmacist – EUSOP” certificate. It offers Portuguese and international pharmacists a unique opportunity to complete this prestigious European certification while fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the sharing of best practices among colleagues from different countries.

Beyond the scientific programme, we hope you will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of Coimbra, a UNESCO World Heritage city renowned for its rich history, academic tradition, and vibrant culture. We trust that your time here will be both professionally rewarding and personally memorable. We look forward to welcoming you to Coimbra and to sharing an inspiring learning experience that will contribute to the continued advancement of oncology pharmacy across Europe.

Welcome to the 8th ExCOP. Welcome to Portugal.

Portuguese Association of Hospital Pharmacists (APFH)

European Society of Oncology Pharmacy (ESOP Global)