Transforming Cancer Nursing Care through Quality Improvement, Evidence-Based Practice, and Research

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LIVE

Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Morning: Onstead Auditorium | Afternoon: FCT 3 Pickens Conference Rooms, Houston, TX


ANCC - Nursing Contact Hour(s) (4.25 hours)

Transforming Cancer Nursing Care Through Quality Improvement, Evidence-Based Practice, and Research features poster and podium presentations showcasing nursing-led QI, EBP, and research initiatives from MD Anderson and the UT Cizik School of Nursing, highlighting innovative practices, interdisciplinary collaboration, and measurable outcomes that advance patient-centered oncology care, professional nursing practice, and healthcare excellence.

1. Identify key nursing research studies, quality improvement initiatives, evidence-based practice projects, and systematic reviews conducted at UT MD Anderson Cancer Center and UTHealth Houston Cizik School of Nursing.
2. Describe the focus areas, methodologies, and outcomes of nursing studies to enhance understanding of current evidence in cancer care.
3. Discuss how findings from institutional research and quality initiatives can be applied to improve clinical practice and patient outcomes.
4. Develop engagement in nursing research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement initiatives to foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION:

To receive Nursing Contact Hours for this activity, the participant must: 

• Create an account in the Professional Education Portal (PEP) and save your Mobile Number to your PEP account if not already done.

• Register for this activity.

• During activity, TEXT your attendance to 1-844-912-1333 and up to 24hrs after the course has ended using the Activity ID provided by the Facilitator during program.

• Complete a participant evaluation in PEP, under the MyCE tab, within 30 consecutive days of the learning activity where you will also have immediate access to your Certificate.

In-person registration.  If you would like to request information regarding additional space availability for this activity, please contact Susana Belgrave [email protected] 

Locations: Morning Session: Onstead Auditorium & Afternoon Sessions: FCT Pickens Conference Rooms

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 will award 4.25 Nursing Contact Hour(s)

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

 

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 Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. All individuals in a position to control the educational content of a certified continuing education (CE) activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers, are required to disclose all financial relationships with ineligible companies within the prior 24 months. There is no minimum financial threshold. An ineligible company is any entity whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used on or by patients. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated prior to the start of the activity.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026