2025 Oncologic Emergency Medicine Conference - Past, Present and Future

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LIVE

Friday, February 7, 2025, 8:30 AM - Saturday, February 8, 2025, 4:30 PM, MD Anderson - Duncan Building, Houston, TX


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (15.25 hours), ANCC - Nursing Contact Hour(s) (15.25 hours), Medical Ethics/Professional Responsibility (0.75 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (15.25 hours)

This conference aims to continue to fill the knowledge gap in Oncologic Emergency Medicine by providing information in an interactive forum that in turn enhances medical decision-making by healthcare providers working in an acute care setting.

1. Identify extensive knowledge of the past, current and future state of the specialty of Oncologic Emergency Medicine.
2. Apply clinical best practices for treating oncologic emergencies in an acute care setting.
3. Demonstrate effective communication and teamwork in conjunction with attending to the complex care of patients with cancer.
4. Recognize the role of Emergency Medicine practitioners in treating patients diagnosed with cancer.
5. Demonstrate the importance of education in Oncologic Emergency Medicine.

The conference will be held in a hybrid environment (in-person and virtual). The conference in-person registration will be held at the Duncan Building (CPB) Conference Center, Floor 8 located at 1155 Pressler Street, Houston, Texas 77030.  Registration and Continental breakfast opens at 8:30 AM and the Welcome and Introduction will begin at 9:00 AM on Friday, February 7, 2025 and will adjourn at 12:00 noon on Saturday, February 8, 2025 with the Post Conference Workshop ending at 4:30 PM. 

The welcome reception is scheduled for Friday, February 7, 2025 at 5:15 pm immediately after the conference adjourns.

Poster Presentation will begin at 8:30 AM on Friday, February 7, 2025.

Post Conference Workshop (Space is limited to 20 participants) When Less is Actually More - Crucial Conversations and Critical Patient Care Techniques for Advanced Cancer Patients in the ED Saturday, February 8, 2025 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM This is a 4- hour workshop aimed at preparing Healthcare Professionals (HCP) to become effective communicators and providers of end-of-life care.  Performing goals of care discussions with an acutely decompensating cancer patient and/or their loved ones poses many unique challenges for the healthcare provider.  Not only must these critical conversations take place within a shorter time period, but providers must also be able to acutely manage symptoms and pain at the same time.

Registration/Other Fees (In-person or Virtual) :

Non MDA Physicians (In-person or Virtual)	$500.00
Non-MDA Advanced Practice Providers (In-person or Virtual)	$400.00
Non-MDA Nurses and Other Healthcare Professionals (In-person or Virtual)	$350.00
Non-MDA Trainees (In-person or Virtual)	$50.00
MDACC Physicians (In-person or Virtual)	$300.00
MDACC Advanced Practice Providers (In-person or Virtual)	$200.00
MDACC Nurses and Other Healthcare Professionals (In-person or Virtual)	$150.00
MDACC Trainees (In-person or Virtual)	$50.00
AAEM Members (In-person or Virtual)	$350.00

When Less is Actually More Post Conference Workshop (additional Fee) - Space is Limited to 20 Participants

Post Conference Workshop Registration - February 8, 2025 - In-person Only

$250.00

 

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. 

Evaluation
A course evaluation tool will provide participants with the opportunity to comment on the value of the program content to their practice decisions, performance improvement activities, or possible impact on patient health status. Participants will also have the opportunity to comment on any perceived commercial bias in the presentations as well as to identify future educational topics.  The survey link will be provided during the review course.

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 January 6, 2025.  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.

Parking Information and Directions

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.

Credit Designation:
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 15.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center designates this live activity will award 15.25 Nursing Contact Hours.

Out of the total 15.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and Nursing Contact Hour(s) offered in conjunction with this conference, 3.25 credits are exclusively dedicated to the workshop session.

ETHICS
The activity has been designated by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center for .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ in medical ethics and/or professional responsibility.

ACEP Credits
The 2025 Oncologic Emergency Medicine Conference has been approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for a maximum of 15.25 hours of ACEP Category 1 Credit.

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

 

A block of rooms has been reserved for conference attendees at The Westin Houston Medical Center Hotel, 1709 Dryden Road, Houston, Texas 77030. 
Early hotel reservation is suggested; the group rate is offered through Thursday, January 17, 2025. The hotel phone number is 713-730-2404.

When you make reservations, be sure to mention the "MD Anderson Oncologic Emergency Medicine Conference" to be assured of receiving the special meeting rate of $149.00 USD per night. Reservations and deposits received after Friday, January 17, 2025 will be confirmed if space is available and at currently published hotel guest room rates.

Event Summary:
MD Anderson Oncologic Emergency Medicine Conference
Reservation Start Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025
Reservation End Date: Sunday, February 9, 2025
Last Day to Book: Friday, January 17, 2025

Additional Info
Check in time is 3PM and Check out is 12PM

Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District for 149.00 USD per night.

Book your group rate for MD Anderson Oncologic Emergency Medicine Conference

Shuttle Service: The hotel has a complimentary shuttle service to the conference site on a first come first serve basis.  

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.

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