APP Oncology Summits are developed with and for advanced practice providers including NPs, PAs, pharmacists (and RNs).
As part of the multidisciplinary team in the care of cancer patients, students, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the management of cancer patients are also welcome to attend.
Students, Fellows, and Industry Employees, see pricing below. Register early to guarantee your spot!
Student is defined as currently enrolled in an advanced learning institution and/or studying in order to enter a particular profession. If you would like to attend as a Student, please contact info@horizoncme.com for further information.
Defined as anyone employed by a drug, device, or diagnostic company. The primary goal of the conference is to educate practicing clinicians on the latest advances and strategies in the care of cancer patients. Because space is limited and to ensure sufficient seats are available for clinicians, Industry Employees may register as an attendee only if you have a clinical title (NP, PharmD, MD, PA, etc).
Please note: times are subject to change. Please check the syllabus for the most current version of the agenda upon arriving at the summit. Commercial Support: This activity is supported in part by independent medical educational grants from SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc., Genentech, a member of the Roche Group and GE HEALTHCARE, INC.
Friday, September 5, 2025 | |
| 7:00am | Check-In & Breakfast Available in Exhibit Hall |
| 8:00am | Horizon CME App Overview |
| 8:05am | Welcome, Introductions, & CE Housekeeping |
| 8:10am | (01) Closing the Gap: Optimizing AML Treatment in Aging Adults » Bradley Yelvington, PharmD, BCOP – Clinical Pharmacist Specialist Adult Malignant Hematology Vanderbilt University Medical Center |
| 8:55am | (02) Endometrial Cancer Across the Spectrum: Practical Strategies for Managing Newly Diagnosed and Advanced Disease » Alison Barlow, MSN, WHNP – Assistant Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology Vanderbilt Health Nashville » Lauren Prescott, MD, MPH – Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology Vanderbilt University Medical Center |
| 9:40am | Break – Refreshments in Exhibit Hall |
| 10:10am | (03) Targeting Soft-Tissue Tumors: Advances in the Management of Desmoid Tumors and TGCT » Richard Riedel, MD – Medical Oncologist Duke Cancer Center |
| 11:10am | (04) Beyond the Infusion Chair: Practical Implications of Subcutaneous Immunotherapies » Robin Tumlinson, PharmD – Oncology Clinical Pharmacist Genitourinary Vanderbilt University Medical Center |
| 11:55am | Gather Lunch |
| 12:00pm |
Buffet Lunch & Non-CME/CE Presentation Sponsored by AbbVie » TBA |
| 12:45pm | After Lunch Dessert Break in Exhibit |
| 1:00pm | (05) Navigating Herbal and Supplement Use in Cancer Patients » Keaton Gaffney, PharmD, BCPS – Breast Center Clinical Pharmacist Vanderbilt University Medical Center |
| 1:45pm | Message from the Cancer Charities |
| 2:00pm | Break – Trivia for Charity in Exhibit Hall |
| 2:25pm | (06) Emerging Treatment Approaches for HR-Positive/HER2-Negative Breast Cancer » Melissa Rikal, FNP-BC, AOCNP – Breast Cancer and Early-Phase Drug Development SCRI Oncology Partners |
| 3:25pm | (07) Molecular Profiling Reports » Axel Grothey, MD – Director of Gastrointestinal Cancer Research West Cancer Center and Research Institute |
| 4:10pm | (08) Tumor Board: Gastroesophageal » Moderator: Susan M. Utley, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, AOCNP – Nurse Practitioner APP Education Lead Tennessee Oncology » Axel Grothey, MD – Director of Gastrointestinal Cancer Research West Cancer Center and Research Institute » Kayla Hobbs, MSN, FNP-BC –Sub-Investigator of Gastrointestinal Cancer Research SCRI Oncology Partners » Ann Hatfield, MSPAS, PA-C – Oncology Physician Assistant Clearview Cancer Institute |
| 5:10pm | Networking Reception |
| 6:30pm | Non-CME/CE Dinner Presentation Presented by Biotheranostics, Inc., A Hologic Company » TBA |
Saturday, September 6, 2025 | |
| 7:00am | Check-in & Exhibit Hall Open |
| 7:45am | Horizon CME App Overview |
| 7:50am | Welcome, Introductions, & CE Housekeeping |
| 7:55am | (09) Ongoing Advances in Cancer Drug Therapy: New Agents, Expanded Indications, and Strategies for Optimizing Treatment » Jerrick D. White, PharmD – Director, Pharmacy Services Tennessee Oncology |
| 8:40am | Gather for Breakfast |
| 8:45am | Buffet Breakfast & Non-CME/CE Presentation Sponsored by Incyte » TBA |
| 9:30am | Transition Break |
| 9:35am | (10) Bone Health in Cancer Patients » Jeena Varghese, MD – Associate Professor Endocrine Neoplasm and Hormonal Disorders The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center |
| 10:20am | Break – Refreshments in Exhibit Hall |
| 10:50am | (11) Bispecific T-cell engagers (BiTEs) in Solid Tumors » Joseph Merriman, MD – Physician Senior Investigator Greco-Hainsworth Centers for Research Tennessee Oncology |
| 11:35am | (12) From Urgency to Options: Improving Access to Fertility Preservation for Adolescents and Young Adults with Cancer » Cleo Valdez, CRNP, AOCNP – Clinical Nurse Practitioner Clearview Cancer Institute |
| 12:20pm | Gather Lunch |
| 12:25pm |
Buffet Lunch & Non-CME/CE Presentation Sponsored by Pfizer Oncology » TBA |
| 1:15pm | Dessert Break in Exhibit Hall |
| 1:30pm | (13) APP Panel: Integrative Oncology » Moderator: TBA » Heather Jackson, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC – Acupuncture and Pain Management Administrative Director of Advanced Practice Associate Professor Vanderbilt School of Nursing and Vanderbilt School of Medicine Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center » Marcia Berlin, RDN, LDN, CDCES – Registered Dietitian and Integrative Educator Tennessee Oncology » Mary W. Darden, MSN, APN-BC, AOCNP – Integrative Oncology and Medical Oncology Breast Cancer, Survivorship Tennessee Oncology |
| 2:30pm | Adjourn |
The Washington State Pharmacy Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This conference is approved for up to 9.00 credit by the Washington State Pharmacy Association.
This activity is approved for up to 9.00 credit by the Washington State Pharmacy Association. ACPE#: 0130-9999-21–L01-P | Activity Type: Live| Start/End date: Fri, 09/05/2025 – 5:00am-Sat, 09/06/2025 – 12:30pm The Washington State Pharmacy Association (WSPA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a Provider of continuing pharmacy education. NOTE FOR PHARMACISTS: It is the responsibility of the pharmacist or pharmacy technician to provide the correct information [NABP eProfile ID and DOB (in MMDD format)] within the evaluation, in order to receive credit for participating in this CPE activity. Following the activity’s end date, there is a maximum of 60 days allowed to upload the CPE information to the CPE Monitor. WSPA will upload the CPE information to the CPE monitor 50 days after the activity – please check your CPE Monitor at this time to ensure the CPE is uploaded in your profile. If you encounter any CPE problems, please contact WSPA at 425- 228-7171
Attention Pharmacists: Earn CE credit toward your BCOP recertification*
Horizon CME is proud to support the recertification of oncology pharmacists and the new BPS pilot program for continuing professional development. For program details, please go here.
The APP Oncology Summit is a two-day conference designed to provide advanced practice providers (APPs) with the latest evidence-based strategies to optimize care and outcomes for patients with cancer. This conference is planned with and for advanced practice providers (NPs, PAs, pharmacists, and nurse specialists) and is a collaborative effort of oncology clinicians from multiple organizations in each community.
The APP Oncology Summit offers a unique opportunity for APPs from various healthcare teams in the community to collaborate, learn from each other and national faculty, and share best practices on a range of issues related to the care of cancer patients.
APP Oncology Summits are developed with and for advanced practice providers including NPs, PAs, pharmacists, and nurses.
As part of the multidisciplinary team in the care of cancer patients, students, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the management of cancer patients are also welcome to attend.
Clinical Oncology Pharmacist Specialist
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN
Physician Assistant Director of Advanced Practice Providers The West Clinic Germantown, TN
Nurse Practitioner APP Education Lead Tennessee Oncology Nashville, TN
Head and Neck Medical Oncology Lead NP TVC 1 Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center Nashville, TN
Ambulatory Pharmacy Manager Clearview Cancer Institute Huntsville, AL
Lindley M.
We want to ensure that your time at the APP Oncology Summit is convenient and memorable. Staying at our host hotel provides a hassle-free experience and puts you at the heart of the activity surrounding the conference.
Overnight Accommodations: Deadline: August 6, 2025
Rate: $309 per night (Thursday night and Friday night)
Booking Link: Click Here To Make Your Reservation
(Additional taxes and fees are not included) Room rates quoted are net, non-commissionable, and are subject to applicable state and local taxes (currently 15.25% plus $2.50 occupancy tax per occupied room, per night) in effect at the time of check in.
Parking options at Hilton Nashville Downtown:
Valet
Use the front drive of the hotel (PHOTO BELOW)
Self-Parking:
Use the underground Parking Garage (connects to the Hilton – separate entity)
Disclaimer:
All reservations must be booked using the link above before the closing date listed. Overnight accommodation, parking, and resort fees will revert back to standard hotel pricing outside of the dates above. A set number of rooms have been blocked off for the discounted pricing. If all of those rooms have already been booked, discounted pricing may not be available for additional rooms or accommodations.
