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 Dallas Oncology Nursing Summit will run concurrent with the Dallas 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, September 27, 2024 | |
| 7:00am | Check-in and Breakfast in Exhibit Hall |
| 8:00am | Horizon CME App Overview |
| 8:10am | Welcome, Introductions, & CE Housekeeping |
| 8:15am | (01A) Refreshers on Genetic Testing » Cheryl Reeves, MS, CGC – Genetic Counselor/Clinic Operations – Medical City Plano Adjunct Instructor of Cancer Genetics – UT Southwestern |
| 9:15am | (02C) Essential Nursing Considerations in CAR T-Cell Therapy » Michelly Abreu, ANP/GNP – BC, AOCNP – CAR-T Nurse Practitioner MD Anderson |
| 10:15am | Break | Refreshments in Exhibit Hall |
| 10:45am | (03A) Medical Cannabis and its Role in Supportive Cancer Care » Movard Reziae, D.O., HMDC, FACOI – Palliative Medicine Physician Director of Palliative Medicine Program Center for Blood + Cancer Disorders |
| 11:45am | Gather Lunch |
| 11:50am | Buffet Lunch & Non-CME/CE Presentation Sponsored by Pfizer Oncology: Supporting Patients With HR+/HER2- mBC Throughout Their Treatment Journey » Anne O’Dea, MD – Medical Director of the Breast Cancer Survivorship Center; Associate Professor of Oncology University of Kansas Cancer Center |
| 12:40pm | After Lunch Dessert Break in Exhibit |
| 1:00pm | (04A) Nutrition for Cancer Patients: Myths verses Facts » Claudia Clancy, RN, FNP-C, AOCNP – Nurse Practitioner Texas Oncology |
| 1:45pm | Message from Cancer Charities |
| 1:55pm | Break – Trivia for Charity |
| 2:20pm | (05C) Addressing Mental Health Concerns in Cancer Care » Thomas Verm, LMSW – Social Work Counselor MD Anderson Cancer Center |
| 3:20pm | (06C) Navigating the Brain Tumor Terrain: A Primer for Nurses » Abey Mathai, PA-C – Manager, Advanced Practice Provider in Neuro-Oncology MD Anderson Cancer Center |
| 4:20pm | Network Reception – Exhibit Hall |
Saturday September 28, 2024 | |
| 7:00am | Registration & Exhibit Hall Open |
| 7:00am | Check- In |
| 7:40am | Horizon CME App Overview |
| 7:45am | Welcome, Introductions, & CE Housekeeping |
| 7:50am | (07C) Primer on Lymphomas and Leukemias » Khoan Vu, MD – Physician, Hematology / Medical Oncology Texas Oncology |
| 8:50am | Gather for Breakfast |
| 8:55am |
Morning Breakfast Symposium – Sponsored by Abbvie » TBA |
| 9:45am | Transition Break |
| 9:50am | (08C) Young Adult Colon Cancer, Indications for younger patients » Radhika Kainthla, MD – Assistant Professor Division of Hematology/Oncology UT Southwestern University |
| 10:35am | Break – Refreshments in Exhibit Hall |
| 10:50am | (09C) Overview for GYN Cancers » Thomas Heffernan, MD – Gynecologic Oncologist The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders |
| 11:45pm | Gather Lunch |
| 11:50am | Buffet Lunch & Non-CME/CE Presentation Sponsored by Regeneron: Libtayo (cemiplimab-rwlc) approved in combination with chemotherapy » Dr. Eric Nadler MD – Texas Oncology at Baylor Sammons |
| 12:40pm | After Lunch Dessert Break in Exhibit Hall |
| 1:00pm | (10C) Palliative Medicine vs. Hospice Care in Oncology: What’s the Difference? » Stacey Muhammad, MD – Physician, Palliative Medicine Texas Oncology |
| 2:00pm | Break – Refreshments in Exhibit Hall |
| 2:20pm | (11C) NGS testing | Heme & Solid Tumors, specific panels (i.e. specific groups of testing). » Anthony J. Olszanski, RPh, MD – Vice-Chair, Department of Hematology/Oncology Director, Phase 1 Developmental Therapeutics Program Director, Medical Oncology Melanoma Program Fox Chase Cancer Center |
| 3:20pm | 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:
Assistant Nurse Manager MD Anderson Cancer Center Houston, TX
Virtual Care Triage Nurse Texas Oncology-Wichita Falls Cancer Center Dallas, TX
Nursing Travel Float Pool Texas Oncology – Clinical Services La Porte, Texas
Director of Clinical Operations The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Fort Worth, TX
We want to ensure that your time at the Dallas Oncology Nursing 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: Wednesday, August 30, 2024
Rate: 2 nights $271 per night 09/26/2024 – 09/28/2024
Booking Link: Click Here To Make Your Reservation
(Additional taxes and fees are not included)
Parking: $15.00 self-parking
Overnight self-parking is $18 and valet is $24
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.