4th Surgical Oncology Advanced Practitioner (SOAP) Conference

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LIVE

Thursday, April 20, 2023, 7:00 AM - Saturday, April 22, 2023, 5:30 PM, Marriott Medical Center Hotel Houston, Houston, TX


AAPA Category 1 CME (19.00 hours), ANCC - Nursing Contact Hour(s) (19.00 hours)

The goal of the SOAP conference is to foster collaboration and share best practices among APPs working in surgical oncology. This extensive 3-day program will bring the latest evidence regarding the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of solid tumor malignancies and multi-disciplinary management to medical professionals involved in patient care and clinical research. The inaugural SOAP conference took place in April 2018 and was co-sponsored by the Association of Physician Assistants in Oncology and the MD Anderson Division of Surgery. This inaugural meeting was the first of its kind in providing specific medical and surgical training and education to help improve patient outcomes for those afflicted with solid tumors. The meeting was a huge success in meeting the educational needs of surgical APPs from around the country, attracting nearly 240 attendees from 29 US states. Additionally, there were 104 APPs from MD Anderson that not only received specialized CE for certification, but also the shared benefit of APP collaboration on best practice and opportunities for professional development. In April 2019, the 2nd Surgical Oncology Advanced Practitioner Conference (SOAP) took place on the MD Anderson Cancer Center campus and had similar results in participation and learning outcomes. The success of both the 1^st and 2^nd SOAP conference prompted organizers to continue having this conference as a regular, biennial educational event. The last or 3^rd SOAP conference took place in April 2021 and was held virtually due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. Despite work-related travel changes, this 3^rd SOAP conference remained a huge success with over 250 registrants representing over 20 US states, including participants from Europe, Central and South America. Post-conference surveys continue to demonstrate positive outcomes related to both virtual and in-person learning platforms. With limited opportunities for APPs to obtain continuing education, especially in the areas of oncology and solid tumor management, the SOAP conference continues to help fill much needed gaps in clinical learning and professional collaboration and networking.

1. Describe recent advances in the surgical management of solid tumors originating from the following organ and/or disease sites: brain, spine, oropharynx, thyroid, lung, breast, stomach, colon, rectum, liver, pancreas, biliary tract, appendiceal, prostate, kidney, bladder, ovary, skin, and bones.
2. Describe fundamentals of solid tumor imaging, and how to review and interpret pertinent findings from computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging of the head, neck, chest, and abdomen and pelvis.
3. Examine and illustrate the changing role of the advanced practice professionals in the delivery of oncology care for surgical patients in various practice settings, including the ambulatory clinic, inpatient hospital, and the surgical assist role.

Hybrid Format:  In-Person and Virtual Conference

In-Person Location: 

Houston Marriott Medical Center Hotel
6580 Fannin
Houston, Texas 77030

In-Person Only Workshops Thursday, April 20, 2023

Sponsored by MD Anderson Cancer Center Division of Surgery                 

 

The 4^th Surgical Oncology Advanced Practitioner Conference registration opens at 7:00 AM on Thursday, April 20, 2023 and adjourns at 5:30 PM, Saturday, April 22, 2023.

 You will receive instructions for the hybrid format via email 3-5 days prior to the conference.  The only requirement for the virtual format is that you must have a laptop/desktop computer and access to stable internet connection.

Agenda

Click Here For At-A-Glance Agenda

 

REGISTRATION FEES:
MDA Faculty and Staff / APAO Member (Friday and Saturday)
Postmarked before March 24, 2023	$300.00
Postmarked after March 24, 2023	$400.00
Non MDA Faculty and Staff / Non APAO Member (Friday and Saturday)
Postmarked before March 24, 2023	$350.00
Postmarked after March 24, 2023	$450.00
Trainees (Fellows, Residents, Students) (Friday and Saturday)	$100.00
One Day Fee:  Friday or Saturday	$200.00
THURSDAY WORKSHOPS (IN-PERSON ONLY)
Workshop A: Diagnostic Imaging Essentials I (Head/Neck/Chest/Abdomen/Pelvis)	$50.00
Workshop B: Diagnostic Imaging Essentials II (Abdomen/Pelvis/MSK/Vascular)	$50.00
Workshops A and B	$75.00
Workshop C (Space limited to 30):  Professionalism and Communication	$75.00
Workshop D (Space limited to 30):  Approaches to Complicated Wound Management	$75.00
Workshop E (Space limited to 30): Suture - (Essential Skills or Advanced Skills)	$75.00
Workshop F (Space limited to 30): Suture - (Essential Skills or Advanced Skills) Repeat Workshop	$75.00
Workshops E and F	$100.00
Workshop G (Space limited to 20):  Laparoscopic and Robotic Skills Training for Surgery APPs	$150.00

Attending Friday Welcome Reception? Yes or No

The deadline for advanced registration is Friday, March 24, 2023. 

 

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 on-line 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.

Frequently Asked Questions
Click here for FAQs to assist you with your conference experience.

Refund/Cancellation Policy
The registration fee, minus a $50.00 administration-handling fee, is refundable if a written request is received on or before Friday, March 24, 2023.  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

 Contact the Department of Continuing Professional Education, at 713-792-2223 or toll free at 866-849-5866 if you have any ADA accommodation needs.

 

Ground Transportation
Houston is served by two airports, George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) and William P. Hobby (HOU). 
The following ground transporations are available to and from the airports to the Medical Center.
• Uber and Lyft
• Taxicabs: Yellow Cab 713-236-1111; Fiesta Cab 713-225-2666.
• Super Shuttle: For more information, call toll free at 800-258-3826, or on-line at
www.supershuttle.com.

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 19.00 Nursing Contact Hours.

Nursing Certificates will be provided ONLY to participants who complete the online evaluation within the 30 days of the end of the conference.

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The Houston Marriott Medical Center Hotel room block is full and the hotel is sold out.  Below are hotels options in the area.  Room rates vary upon reservation.

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

DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
6800 Main Street
Houston, TX  77030
713-528-7744
DoubleTree by Hilton Medical Center Room Reservation Link
Rom Rate:  Varies

Hilton Garden Inn Houston Medical Center
6840 Almeda Rd.
Houston, Texas  77030
Hilton Garden Inn Medical Center Room Reservation Link
Rome 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 entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

 

COMMERCIAL SUPPORT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and the conference organizing committee wishes to express appreciation to the following companies for their commitment by providing commercial support of this continuing education activity.

 

EDUCATIONAL GRANTS

 KCI USA dba 3M Company

 

IN-KIND GRANT SUPPORT

 Intuitive Surgical – Durable Equipment

Karl Storz – Durable Equipment

KCI USA dba 3M Company – Durable Equipment & Disposable Supplies (non-biological)

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EXHIBITORS/SPONSORS

 
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and the conference organizing committee wishes to express appreciation to the following companies for exhibiting and/or sponsoring this continuing educational activity.

3M+KCI

Aadi Bioscience, Inc.

AbbVie

AstraZeneca

Bristol Myers Squibb Company

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.

Ethicon US, LLC

Medtronic Advanced Energy

Merck & Co. Inc.

Novartis

Regeneron

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