ALIGN 2026: Advancing Learning and Innovation in Goal Concordant Care

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LIVE

Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 8:30 AM - Thursday, April 30, 2026, 4:50 PM, TMC3 Collaborative Building, Houston, TX


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (16.00 hours), AAPA Category 1 CME (16.00 hours), ANCC - Nursing Contact Hour(s) (16.00 hours), General Attendance (16.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (16.00 hours), SW - Social Work (16.00 hours)

This conference explores goal-concordant care through an interdisciplinary lens. Sessions will be comprised of case-based discussions, evidence-based practices, communication tools, shared decision-making models, and technology in advancing patient-centered outcomes. Educational event is designed for physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals working at the intersection of clinical care, research, and patient and caregiver engagement. This activity offers a platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and collaborative innovation in goal-concordant oncology.

1. Evaluate current research to apply evidence-based communication strategies when engaging patients with advanced cancer or serious illness, promoting compassionate, high-quality patient-centered care.
2. Analyze moral and ethical dilemmas in goal-concordant care and implement supportive interventions that align with goal-concordant care principles to improve patient outcomes.
3. Identify methods to provide research-driven, evidence-based strategies designed to enhance the team’s capacity for timely, patient-centered communication, ultimately supporting the delivery of goal-concordant care.

We accept the following forms of payment:

• Credit Cards (MasterCard, VISA, and American Express)

• Check (payable to The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center through U.S. banks only)

 

Mail checks to:
     Continuing Professional Education – Unit 1781
     The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
     P.O. Box 301407
     Houston, TX 77230-1407

Telephone registrations will not be accepted.

When registering online a receipt (confirmation letter) will be automatically emailed to the e-mail address you list on the registration form.  Once your payment has been made, a receipt can be found in the MyCE tab of your PEP@MD Anderson account. 

Refund/Cancellation Policy
The registration fee, minus a $50.00 administration-handling fee, is refundable if a written request is received on or before Monday, March 30, 2026.  No refunds will be granted after these dates. The request for a registration refund must include the tax identification number of the company or institution if registration was paid by a company or institution check. 

The Department of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) reserves the right to cancel activities prior to the scheduled date, if low enrollment or other circumstances make it necessary.  Each registrant will be notified by mail, e-mail, or at the phone or fax numbers given on the registration form.  In case of activity cancellation, the liability of the Department of Continuing Professional Education, is limited to the registration fee. CPE will refund the full registration fee. 
 
The Department of Continuing Professional Education, reserves the right to limit the number of participants in a program and is not responsible for any expenses incurred by an individual whose registration is not confirmed and for whom space is not available.

Special Assistance
For additional information contact Continuing Professional Education at 713-792-2223 or toll free at 866-849-5866 or via e-mail: [email protected]. If you have any ADA accommodation needs or need assistance.

In support of improving patient care, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

View the accessibility policy for The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

 

Hotel Options:

Hilton Garden Inn Houston Medical Center
6840 Almeda Rd.
Houston, Texas 77030, USA

Special Rate: $280/night
Includes: Breakfast buffet and complimentary parking

Booking link: Click Here

Houston Marriott Medical Center / Museum District
6580 Fannin Street
Houston TX  7030
713-422-2779
Room Rate: Varies

InterContinental Houston by IHG, Medical Center
6750 Main Street
Houston TX  7030
713-422-2779
Room Rate: Varies

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
6633 Travis Street
Houston TX  7030
713-313-4000
Room Rate: Varies

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center complies with all requirements of the identified accrediting body  (ACCME, ANCC, ACPE). Disclosure of speakers, faculty members, planning committee members and their commercial relationships will be shared with learners prior to the educational activity.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center adheres to the ACCME's Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all financial relationships with ineligible companies (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Exhibitor Registration Requirements

• Registration & Agreement: To participate as an exhibitor, both registration and a signed exhibit agreement are required.

• Confirmation Process: Your exhibit is only confirmed after completing registration and submitting a fully executed agreement.

• Payment Timeline: The signed agreement and payment must be submitted prior to the event.

• Additional Badges: Extra exhibitor badges can only be purchased by companies with confirmed exhibitor status.

• Support Clarification: Grant and in-kind support are independent and separate from exhibitor fees.

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