2026 Oncologic Emergency Medicine Conference

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Friday, February 6, 2026, 8:00 AM - Saturday, February 7, 2026, 5:00 PM, MD Anderson - Duncan Building, Houston, TX


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (13.25 hours), AAPA Category 1 CME (13.25 hours), ANCC - Nursing Contact Hour(s) (13.25 hours), Medical Ethics/Professional Responsibility (3.25 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (13.25 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. Recall 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. Review 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 (CST) and the Welcome and Introduction will begin at 9:00 AM (CST) on Friday, February 6, 2026 and will adjourn at 12:00 noon (CST) on Saturday, February 7, 2026 with the Post Conference Workshops ending at 5:00 PM (CST). 

Welcome Reception
The welcome reception is scheduled for Friday, February 6, 2026 at 5:15 pm (CST) immediately after the conference adjourns.

Poster Presentation check-in will begin at 8:30 AM (CST) on Friday, February 6, 2026.

Call for Abstracts:

The 2026 Oncologic Emergency Medicine Conference invites the submission of abstracts in two areas:

• Clinical Research

• Quality Improvement Research

The goal is to provide the audience an opportunity to collaborate and stimulate discussions specifically on how an emergency center delivers quality patient care whether in an academic, hospital or community-based setting. The type of research can be qualitative or quantitative and have a focus on medical education in oncologic care in the acute setting, public health, health services, epidemiology, or public policy. Ideally there should be a focus on the care of the cancer patient in an emergency department setting but work in areas commonly encountered in oncological patients such as sepsis, pain, electrolyte imbalances, symptom management, and palliative care measures are encouraged.

Authors may submit abstracts of completed work, work in progress, or work elsewhere within the past 12 months. Selected abstracts will be published in the Journal of Emergency Medicine.

Accepted abstract authors will be invited to create a PowerPoint poster (1 slide) of their research for display in an in-person digital e-poster hall. Posters will be shared in PDF format and will only be available to paid registrants.

Abstract Submission Instructions
Abstracts will only be accepted electronically and should be submitted to: https://submit.mdanderson.org/?event=88984d73-710b-4955-8dff-ac51128e0f4a

The deadline for receipt of abstracts is 11:59 PM (CST) on Friday, January 16, 2026. Notification of acceptance for poster presentations will be acknowledged on a rolling basis.

Abstract Formatting Instructions
Abstract Length: One Page Only with 325 word limit on US Letter Size Paper.
Abstract File Name: Abstract Short Title_2026
Formatting Instructions (PDF Only)

• Margins: 1.00" on all four sides

• Paper Size: US Letter

• Font: Times New Roman 12 point

• Justification: Left justify

• Abstract Title: Bold and in Upper and Lower Case (Title Case).

• Line Spacing: The abstract should be single spaced.

• Organize the abstract into: Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusions. Define all abbreviations. Include the abstract title at the top of the abstract. Abstracts must not contain author names, affiliate institutions, or copyrighted material (unless permission has been obtained by the author/publisher).

Note: In addition to submitting an abstract, conference registration must be completed at:
https://mdanderson.cloud-cme.com/OncoEmergency2026

Post Conference Workshop 1 (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 7, 2026 (CST) 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.

Post Conference Workshop 2 (Space is limited to 20 participants) Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in the Emergency Setting Saturday, February 7, 2026 (CST) 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM Join us for a hands-on POCUS Workshop designed specifically for emergency medicine providers. Learn to harness the power of handheld ultrasound devices to make faster, more accurate bedside decisions—whether guiding procedures or evaluating critically ill patients. This interactive session combines expert-led instruction with real-time scanning practice, giving you the skills and confidence to integrate POCUS seamlessly into your clinical workflow. Perfect for clinicians ready to enhance patient care with portable, high-impact imaging.

_{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
Saturday Post Conference Workshops (IN-PERSON ONLY)
Workshop 1: When Less is Actually More - Crucial Conversations and Critical Patient Care Techniques for Advanced Cancer Patients in the ED Space limited to 20 participants
Workshop 1: Patient Care & Communication (In-person Only)	` $300.00
Workshop 1: Patient Care & Communication - Students/Trainees/APPs (In-person Only)	` $100.00
Workshop 2: Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in the Emergency Setting Space limited to 20 participants
Workshop 2: Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) (In-person Only)	` $300.00
Workshop 2: Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) - Students/Trainees/APPs (In-person Only)	` $100.00

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.

Refund/Cancellation Policy
The registration fee, minus a $50.00 administration-handling fee, is refundable if a written request is received on or before Tuesday January 6, 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.

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 13.25 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 13.25 Nursing Contact Hours.

Out of the total 13.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and Nursing Contact Hour(s) offered in conjunction with this conference, 4.00 credits are exclusively dedicated to the workshop session.

ETHICS
The activity has been designated by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center for 3.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ in medical ethics and/or professional responsibility.

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 Houston Marriott Medical Center Hotel, 6580 Fannin Street (Driveway Entrance on 1730 Dryden Road), Houston, Texas 77030.  Early hotel reservation is suggested; the group rate is offered through Thursday, January 15, 2026. The hotel phone number is 713-796-0080.

When you make reservations, be sure to mention the "2026 Oncologic Emergency Medicine Conference" to be assured of receiving the special meeting rate of $155.00 USD per night. Reservations and deposits received after Thursday, January 15, 2026 will be confirmed if space is available and at currently published hotel guest room rates.

Event Summary:
2026 Oncologic Emergency Medicine Conference
Start Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026
End Date: Saturday, February 8, 2026
Last Day to Book: Thursday, January 15, 2026

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

Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
The Houston Marriott Medical Center Hotel for 155.00 USD per night.

Book your group rate for 2026 Oncologic Emergency Medicine Conference Room Block

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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