[Cancerology training in France]

During the last years, training in cancerology in France has been developed extensively. The importance of training as a major element in the fight against cancer is now widely recognized. Cancerology teaching has been improved in the curse of clinical science for medical students as well as the training of general practitioners. Special courses qualifying for the Diploma of Specialised Complementary Studies in Oncology are available to Cancerologists. While appreciating the positive aspects of cancerology training at these different levels, we must stress a certain number of weak points that need to be corrected. Several propositions tending to further improve cancerology training are proposed. The implementation of these recommendations should allow France to maintain its rightful place in cancerology within the European Community.