About Us

Recognizing the growing burden of cancer in Bangladesh and the need for a unified professional body, discussions to establish the Medical Oncology Society in Bangladesh (MOSB) began in July 2014 under the leadership of Professor Parveen Shahida Akhtar. A working committee was formed to define the Society's vision, objectives, governance, and collaboration with national and international organizations.

Following consultations with leading oncologists, physicians, and surgeons across the country, MOSB was officially established on 18 February 2015, with Professor Parveen Shahida Akhtar serving as its Founding Chairperson.

Since its inception, MOSB has been dedicated to advancing medical oncology in Bangladesh by promoting research, encouraging clinical trials, supporting continuing medical education, and strengthening professional collaboration. The Society also represents the interests of medical oncologists by working closely with government agencies, healthcare institutions, and national and international partners to improve cancer care and patient outcomes.

MOSB continues to champion excellence, innovation, education, advocacy, and collaboration, working toward equitable access to high-quality, evidence-based cancer care for all people in Bangladesh.

A Message from President of MOSB

Prof. Dr. Parveen Shahida Akhtar

As President of the MOSB, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to this year’s conference—an inspiring convergence of minds dedicated to advancing molecular, omics, and systems biology. Each year, our society grows stronger through the passion, innovation, and collaboration of our members, and MOSB 2026 promises to be no exception.

This platform is more than just a meeting—it's a space where ideas take root, research finds its voice, and a shared vision for the future of science comes alive. I invite you all to submit your groundbreaking work, engage in meaningful discussions, and be a part of shaping the next chapter of discovery. We look forward to your contributions and to welcoming you to an event that celebrates excellence, diversity, and the spirit of scientific exploration.

Our Focus Area

To protect the rights of the medical oncologists and ensure they are treated with fairness, respect, and professional autonomy.

To promote the advancement of knowledge and the practice of medicine in the field pertaining to medical oncology for the benefit of the community.

To promote and maintain the highest standards of medical oncology practice and ethics throughout the community within the limited resources.

To co-operate with and advise medical or other bodies interested in medical oncology practice and the management of neoplastic disease.

To promote and facilitate the distribution of information relevant to medical oncology practice throughout the community.

To support researchers and establish the cooperation between other medical oncology societies worldwide.

Our Values

Equal Cancer Care Support

We are passionate to improve the care that each and every cancer patient gets the same opportunity for quality cancer care regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, educational level or geography.

Transparency

We value your opinion, your instincts and your beliefs. We believe that you are the most important person in this process.

Diversity

We respect methodical differences and advocate for those practices and beliefs as they impact your cancer care. We also believe in the diversity of personalized cancer care and embrace technical differences because there isn’t just one road to travel.

Quality Service

We value ongoing professional development and continuing education because our purpose is to learn, understand, teach and treat.

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Constitution

MOSB Executive Committee 2026-27

Major General Dr. Azizul Islam

Prof. Dr. Abul Ahsan Didar

Brig. General Prof. Dr. Quadrat E Elahi

Prof. Dr. Yeakub Ali

Dr. Ferdous Ara Begum

Advisory Council

Dr Md Rafiqul Islam- General Secretary.jpeg

Dr. Muhammad Rafiqul Islam

Executive President

Dr. Muhammad Rafiqul Islam, MBBS, MD, MSc, FACP, is a Bangladeshi medical oncologist and precision health researcher, currently serving as Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Cancer Research & Hospital (NICRH), Dhaka, and as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Institute for Population and Precision Health, University of Chicago. He earned his MBBS from Sir Salimullah Medical College and his MD in Medical Oncology from the University of Dhaka, followed by an MSc in Precision Health from the University of Chicago in 2024.

Dr. Islam's research focuses on precision oncology, with an emphasis on genetic, reproductive, and circulating biomarkers in lung and breast cancer, as well as multimodal approaches integrating radiomics, genomics, and electronic health record (EHR) data for early detection. He has authored more than 20 peer-reviewed publications, presented at major international oncology conferences, and collaborates with institutions including the Mayo Clinic. A recipient of the ASCO IDEA Award, he remains committed to advancing equitable cancer care in resource-constrained settings.

Prof. Dr. Nazrina Khatun

Vice President

Prof. Dr. Nazrina Khatun is a seasoned oncologist and researcher, currently serving as Professor and Head of the Department of Medical Oncology at the National Institute of Cancer Research & Hospital (NICRH), Dhaka. She earned her MBBS from Rajshahi Medical College in 1989 and completed her MD in Radiotherapy from Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University in 2006. With over two decades of progressive clinical experience across Bangladesh's major healthcare institutions, Dr. Khatun has held key roles in cancer diagnosis, treatment, and academic training. Her research contributions include studies on breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and head and neck malignancies, with publications in peer-reviewed national journals. Her MD thesis explored the comparative efficacy of chemoradiation approaches in hypopharyngeal cancer. A life member of both the Medical Oncology Society of Bangladesh (MOSB) and the Bangladesh Cancer Society (BCS), she has served as the Convener of Best of ASCO Bangladesh and the MOSB Congress for the past three consecutive years. Dr. Khatun remains committed to advancing oncology education and promoting evidence-based cancer care in Bangladesh.

Asso. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Asaduzzaman

Vice President

Dr. Mohammad Asaduzzaman is a Medical Oncologist and specialist in Internal Medicine and Cancer Medicine. He completed his SSC from Kanch Kura High School, Uttarkhan, Dhaka, and his HSC from Notre Dame College, Dhaka. He earned his MBBS from Mymensingh Medical College and completed his MD in Medical Oncology from the National Institute of Cancer Research & Hospital (NICRH), under Bangladesh Medical University, Dhaka.

Dr. Asaduzzaman has undertaken postgraduate training in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Chest Diseases, Neurology, and other related disciplines. He has a special interest in Internal Medicine and is committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based cancer care.