The Oncology Nursing Summit is planned with and for registered nurses in oncology. As part of the multidisciplinary team in the care of cancer patients, nurse managers, nurse navigators, LPNs, students, and other healthcare professionals involved in the management of cancer patients are also welcome to attend.
The Chicago Oncology Nursing Summit will run concurrent with the Chicago Advanced Practice Providers Oncology Summit. This joint conference will include a separate nursing track on both Friday and Saturday. Some of the sessions offered will be combined sessions. Registering for the conference will give you access to all sessions.
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.
Friday, November 1, 2024 | |||||
| 7:00am | Check-in and Breakfast in Exhibit Hall | ||||
| 7:50am | Horizon CME App Overview | ||||
| 7:55am | Welcome, Introductions, & CE Housekeeping | ||||
| 8:00am | (01) The Ongoing Evolution of Cancer Drug Therapy: What Will Impact Your Practice Today and In the Near Future? » Allison Svoboda, PharmD, BCOP – Hematology Oncology Clinical Pharmacist Northwestern Medicine | ||||
| 9:00am | (02C) Creating your Longevity Plan to Combat Compassion Fatigue » Chris Rimkus, RN, MSN, AOCN – Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist SSM St. Louis University Hospital | ||||
| 10:15am | (03) Improving Outcomes and Healthcare Equity in the Management of Advanced Prostate Cancer » Emmanuel S. Antonarakis, MD – Associate Director, Translational Research Masonic Cancer Center | ||||
| 11:00am | (04C) The CAR-T Line: Where Do CAR-Ts Fit In Treatment? » Andrea Fadel, BSN, RN, OCN – Oncology Nurse Navigator University of Chicago Medicine | ||||
| 11:45am | Gather Lunch | ||||
| 11:50am |
Buffet Lunch & Non-CME/CE Presentation Sponsored by Incyte / JAKAFI » TBA | ||||
| 12:40pm | After Lunch Dessert Break in Exhibit | ||||
| 1:00pm | (05A) Genetics » Margaret Hornung, FNP-BC, ACGN – Advanced Practice Nurse, High Risk Breast Cancer/Genetics Rush University Medical Center | ||||
| 1:45pm | (06A) Cancer Survivorship » Karen Kinahan, APRN – Certified Nurse Practitioner Northwestern Medicine | ||||
| 2:15pm | Break – Trivia for Charity in Exhibit Hall | ||||
| 2:40pm | (07C) Radiation Therapy in Cancer Treatment: A Comprehensive Overview » Alexis Larson, APRN, NP-C, OCN – Radiation Oncology Nurse Practitioner Northwestern Memorial Hospital | ||||
| 3:25pm | (08A) Nutrition / Pharmacologics » Nutrition: Nicole Stewart, RDN, LDN – Contract Dietitian Dietitians On Demand » Pharmacologics: Kimberly Kue, PharmD – Pharmacy Technician University of Illinois Chicago | ||||
| 4:10pm | (09A) Supportive Oncology Panel: Social Issues/Determinants of Health/Navigating Insurance » Moderator: Marissa Mullins, DNP, FNP-C – Radiation Oncology Nurse Practitioner Loyola Medicine » Ebony Henderson, CHW, MA – Lead Community Health Worker Rush University Medical Center » Taylor Lenz, LSW – Licensed Social Worker Loyola University Medical Center » TBA | ||||
| 5:10pm | Network Reception – Exhibit Hall | ||||
| 6:30pm | Dinner Invite Sponsored By TBA | ||||
Saturday November 2, 2024 | |||||
| 7:00am | Check-in & Exhibit Hall Open | ||||
| 7:40am | Welcome, Introductions, & CE Housekeeping | ||||
| 7:45am | (10) Ocular + Dermatologic Toxicities » Derm: TBA » Ocular: Miranda Benfield, PharmD, BCOP – Gyn/Onc Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Carolinas Medical Center and Levine Cancer Institute | ||||
| 8:30am | Gather for Breakfast | ||||
| 8:35am | Breakfast Buffet & Non-CME/CE Presentation Sponsored by Pfizer Oncology | ||||
| 9:25am | Transition Break | ||||
| 9:30am | (11C) Oncology Emergencies: Rapid Identification and Treatment Strategies » Eric Zack, DNP, RN, ACNP-BC, AOCN, BMTCN – Clinical Assistant Professor, Hematology/Oncology, Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation, Medical Surgical Nursing Loyola University | ||||
| 10:15am | Break – Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall | ||||
| 10:45am | (12C) Marijuana as Medicine: Advising Patients When the Evidence is Inconsistent » Monica Malec, MD, FAAHPM – Associate Professor, Section of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine University of Chicago | ||||
| 11:30am | Gather for Lunch | ||||
| 11:35am |
Buffet Lunch & Non-CME/CE Presentation Sponsored by Seagen » TBA | ||||
| 12:25pm | After Lunch Dessert Break in Exhibit Hall | ||||
| 12:35pm | (13A) Precision Medicine Tumor Board » Ryan Nguyen, DO – Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine University of Illinois College of Medicine » Noor Naffakh, PharmD – Clinical Assistant Professor, Pharmacy Practice University of Illinois College of Pharmacy » Mary Pasquinelli, APRN, FNP-BC – Instructor, Department of Medicine University of Illinois College of Pharmacy | ||||
| 1:35pm | Closing Remarks | ||||
The Oncology Oncology Summit is a two-day conference designed to provide registered nurses with the latest evidence-based strategies to optimize care and outcomes for patients with cancer. This conference is planned with and for oncology nurses and is a collaborative effort of oncology clinicians from multiple organizations in each community.
The Oncology Nursing Summit offers a unique opportunity for nurses 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.
Oncology Nursing Summits are developed with and for registered nurses in oncology. As part of the multidisciplinary team in the care of cancer patients, LPNs, Nurse Navigators, students, and other healthcare professionals involved in the management of cancer patients are also welcome to attend.
In alignment with recent updates to national COVID-19 guidelines and mandates, APPOS will no longer be requiring attendees to wear masks or show proof of vaccination. Masks are still encouraged for those who are at higher risk from COVID-19, including those who are unvaccinated, or immunocompromised.
Please note, that we will continue to monitor CDC, state, and local guidelines, and will keep you informed of any additional changes or updates that may impact APPOS.
Precautions That We Take:
Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 Rush University Cancer Center Chicago, IL
Radiation Oncology Nurse Practitioner Northwestern Memorial Hospital Chicago, IL
Staff Nurse University of Chicago Medicine Chicago, IL
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