GPOH

GPOH is a non-profit association based in Berlin, Germany working on health, medical research, children & youth.

The GPOH (Gesellschaft für Pädiatrische Onkologie und Hämatologie e.V.) is the scientific professional society for paediatric oncology and haematology in Germany. Its physicians, scientists, psychologists and nurses work on research, diagnosis, treatment and aftercare of malignant and blood diseases in children and young people, with the aim of raising cure rates and improving follow-up care. The society coordinates nationwide multicentre therapy optimisation and clinical trials, including early Phase I/II studies, through study groups and working groups. It develops therapy protocols, supports the DRG and coding framework for paediatric oncology, and organises further training for all professions involved in treatment. Its central data management unit, GPOH ZDM gGmbH, runs electronic data capture for studies and registries. The society is registered in Frankfurt am Main and has its administrative office in Berlin. Its work involves clinics in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Its statutes state that it pursues exclusively charitable purposes.