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Advancements in Translational Science for Pain Management in Cancer Care Symposium


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Add to Calendar Advancements in Translational Science for Pain Management in Cancer Care Symposium 5/8/2025 2:00:00 PM 5/9/2025 4:30:00 PM America/Chicago For More Details: https://mdanderson.cloud-cme.com/PainConsortium2025 Description: The Advancements in Translational Science for Pain Management in Cancer Care Symposium serves as a catalyst for collaborative innovation in pain sciences, bringing together experts from diverse backgrounds to address the complex challenges of cancer-related pain. This unique platform fosters interdisciplinary discussions on cutting-edge research, bridging the gap between basic science discoveries and clinical ... MD Anderson - Zayed false MM/DD/YYYY


Date & Location
Thursday, May 8, 2025, 2:00 PM - Friday, May 9, 2025, 4:30 PM, MD Anderson - Zayed, Houston, TX

Target Audience
Specialties - Pain Medicine
Professions - Nurse - APRN, Nurse - LVN, Nurse - RN, Other, Pharmacist, Physician (MD or DO), Physician Associate, Social Worker, Speech-Language Pathologist, Student or Trainee

Credits
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (5.50 hours), AAPA Category 1 CME (5.50 hours), ACPE Contact Hour(s) (5.50 hours), ANCC - Nursing Contact Hour(s) (5.50 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (5.50 hours)

Overview

The Advancements in Translational Science for Pain Management in Cancer Care Symposium serves as a catalyst for collaborative innovation in pain sciences, bringing together experts from diverse backgrounds to address the complex challenges of cancer-related pain. This unique platform fosters interdisciplinary discussions on cutting-edge research, bridging the gap between basic science discoveries and clinical applications.


Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, learners will be able to:

  1. Design interdisciplinary strategies to train the next generation of international thought leaders in pain research and clinical practice.
  2. Describe key components of effective training programs for developing international leaders in pain research and clinical care.
  3. Discuss emerging technologies and non-pharmacological interventions for effective pain control in cancer patients and survivors.
  4. Synthesize translational research findings to advance personalized pain management solutions across the cancer care continuum.

Registration

The Advancements in Translational Science for Pain Management in Cancer Care Symposium, will take place in the Zayed Building (6565 MD Anderson Blvd), Floor 2, conference center. The symposium will begin at 3:00 PM on Thursday, May 8 with a Poster Session and Welcome Reception. The General Session will take place on Friday, May 9, and conclude at 4:30 PM.

Thur., May 8
Poster Session + Welcome Reception
2:15 PM - 5:00 PM

Fri., May 9
General Session
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Call for Abstracts
Faculty, researchers, clinicians, and trainees are invited to submit abstracts for presentation at The Advancements in Translational Science for Pain Management in Cancer Care Symposium. We welcome original research related to pain management in cancer care, including but not limited to:

  •          Basic science and translational research in cancer pain

  •          Novel assessment tools for pain in cancer patients

  •          Innovative treatments for cancer-related pain

  •           Quality improvement initiatives in cancer pain management

  •            Interdisciplinary approaches to pain care in oncology

Previously presented or published work related to cancer pain management will be considered.

Abstract Submission Deadline: April 3, 2025 @ 11:59 PM CST

More abstract information below.

Registration Fees

Advanced registration is encouraged as space is limited.  Please see registration section below for applicable fees. 

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES:

MD Anderson Physicians

Postmarked before April 9, 2025

$50.00

Postmarked after April 9, 2025

$65.00

MD Anderson Healthcare Providers

Postmarked before April 9 2025

$40.00

Postmarked after April 9, 2025

$55.00

 

Non-MDA Physicians

Postmarked before April 9, 2025

$80.00

Postmarked after April 9, 2025

$95.00

Non-MDA Healthcare Providers

Postmarked before April 9, 2025

$70.00

Postmarked after April 9, 2025

$85.00

 

Patients Caregiver

Postmarked before April 9, 2025

$25.00

Postmarked after April 9, 2025

$30.00

Researchers, Fellows, and Trainees

Postmarked before April 9, 2025

$40.00

Postmarked after April 9, 2025

$40.00

 

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 (CPE) – Unit 1781
   The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
   P.O. Box 301407
   Houston, Texas 77230-1407

When registering online a receipt (confirmation letter) will be automatically emailed to the e-mail address you list on the registration form. 

Telephone registrations are not accepted.

Refund/Cancellation Policy
The registration fee, minus a $25 administration-handling fee, is refundable if a written request is received on or before April 10, 2024. 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. 

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 CPE is limited to the registration fee. CPE will refund the full registration fee. 

CPE reserves the right to limit the number of participants in an activity and is not responsible for any expenses incurred by an individual whose registration is not confirmed and for whom space is not available. 

For additional information or Special Assistance, contact CPE at 713-792-2223 or toll free at 866-849-5866 or via e-mail: [email protected]

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.

Abstract Specifications:

  • Title (130 characters maximum, including spaces)

  • List of Authors and Affiliations

  • Abstract Text (250 words maximum), including:

    • Background

    • Hypothesis

    • Approach

    • Results

    • Conclusions

Submission Instructions:

  • Email abstracts to [email protected]

  • Registration is required for all abstract submissions.

Selected abstracts will be presented during the Poster Session on Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM in the Zayed Building, Floor 2 Conference Center.

Poster Specifications:

  • Poster boards are 4 feet high by 6 feet wide

  • Paper dimensions: 36 inches or 42 inches for height and up to 100 inches for width

  • Include a 1-inch border

  • No dark backgrounds

For questions regarding abstract submission, please contact [email protected]

 


Accreditation

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 5.50 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. 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 5.50 Nursing Contact Hour(s)Credit Designation



The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 5.50 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center designates this application-based activity for 5.50 hours under UAN JA0004118-0000-25-001-L99-P. Credits will be provided to NABP CPE Monitor within 60 days after the activity completion. Learners must provide their NABP e-profile ID and Date of Birth in their MyCE Profile for credits to be reported to CPE Monitor.

 



Additional Information

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

Member Information
Role in activity
Nature of Relationship(s) / Name of Ineligible Company(s)
Eric Gagneaux
Continuing Education Planner
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Activity Administrator
Non-Clinical Exception
Andrew J Shepherd, PhD
Assistant Professor
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Course Director, Faculty
Nothing to disclose
Kristine Crews, PharmD
Director of Scientific Research
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Faculty
Nothing to disclose
John T Farrar, MD, PhD
University of Pennsylvania
Faculty
Consulting Fee-Vertex Pharma|Consulting Fee-3Daughters |Consulting Fee-Scilex Holding Company
Chris Gibbons, PhD
Chief Applied Scientist
Oracle Health
Faculty
Nothing to disclose
Hongzhen Hu, PhD
Professor
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Faculty
Consulting Fee-Formation Bio and Almirall|Grant or research support-Triveni Bio
Nelda P. Itzep, MD
Fellow
MD Anderson
Faculty
Nothing to disclose
Khalil Ali Ahmad Kasm, PhD
Postdoctoral
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Faculty
Nothing to disclose
Patrick Dougherty, PhD
MD Anderson
Faculty, Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Josee Guindon, PhD
Associate Professor
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Faculty, Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
David J. Tweardy, MD
Division Head
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Faculty, Other Planning Committee Member
Advisor-Tvardi Therapeutics, Inc.
Marian Taylor, DNP
Continuing Education Specialist
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Nurse Planner
Nothing to disclose
Linda Abad, Physician Assistant
PA-C
MD Anderson
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Salahadin Abdi, MD
Professor and Chair
Univ of TX, MD Anderson
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Wendy A Allen, DNP
Associate Director
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Miracle Amaugwu, MBA, Sr. Administrative Assistant
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Juan Cata, MD
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Katie DeLucia, Other, PA-C
Associate Director, Advanced Practice Providers
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Joylyn Mae Estrella, MSN
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Sorayah SB Gimenez, MSN, RN, CEN, OCN, CNL
Care Consultant Nurse
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Nathan Goodwin, BS
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Poonam Goswami, PhD, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, AOCNP
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Peter M Grace, PhD
Chair Ad Interim
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Grant or research support-Biogen Inc. (Relationship has ended)|Grant or research support-HDAX (Relationship has ended)|Consulting Fee-Eurofarma|Stocks or stock options, excluding diversified mutual funds-ImmunoLogic
Carin A Hagberg, MD
SVP and Chief Academic Officer
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Grant or research support-Fisher & Paykel Healthcare|Grant or research support-Lucid Lane|Grant or research support-Karl Storz Endoscopy|Grant or research support-Teleflex|Grant or research support-Vyaire Medical Inc|Honoraria-Walters Kluwer Health
Carrie L Howard, MA, MBA, CCRP
Medicine Department Administrator
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Jitesh D Kawedia, PharmD, PhD
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Pharmacy Pharmacology Research
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Grant or research support-Saladax Biomedical|Consulting Fee-Saladax Biomedical
Tiambe Kuykendall, MSN
Nurse Manager
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Christopher J Lopez, MBA
Program Manager, Advanced Practice
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Uzondu C. Osuagwu, MD
Assistant Professor
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Brad J Phillips, DNP
Chief Nurse Anesthetist
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Nothing to disclose
Vinay K. Puduvalli, MD
Professor and Chair
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Other Planning Committee Member
Paid consultant-Novocure|Paid consultant-Servier Pharmaceuticals|Paid consultant-Boehringer Ingelheim|Paid consultant-Telix Pharma|Paid consultant-NewBio (Relationship has ended)|Membership on Advisory Committees or Review Panels, Board Membership, etc.-Orbus Therapeutics|Stocks or stock options, excluding diversified mutual funds-Amarin (Relationship has ended)|Stocks or stock options, excluding diversified mutual funds-Gilead|Stocks or stock options, excluding diversified mutual funds-Moderna|Grant or research support-Servier Pharmaceuticals|Grant or research support-Karyopharm Therapeutics|Grant or research support-InSightec|Grant or research support-Remedy Plan|Grant or research support-Bexion|Membership on Advisory Committees or Review Panels, Board Membership, etc.-InSightec

Thursday, May 8, 2025
Poster Session, Exhibitor Networking & Welcome Reception
3:00PM - 5:00PM

Friday, May 9, 2025
Registration, Breakfast and Networking
7:30AM - 8:30AM

Welcome, Acknowledgments and Introductions
8:30AM - 8:40AM
Andrew J Shepherd, PhD

Keynote: USASP, Drug Discovery and Clinical Trial Design
8:40AM - 9:30AM
John T Farrar, MD, PhD

Patient Panel Discussion
9:30AM - 10:00AM

Morning Networking Break
10:00AM - 10:15AM

Gut Feelings: A New Look into Visceral Interoception
10:15AM - 10:45AM
Hongzhen Hu, PhD

Pain in Pediatric Patients
10:45AM - 11:15AM
Nelda P. Itzep, MD

Pharmacogenetics/Pharmacogenomics of Pain Management
11:15AM - 11:45AM
Kristine Crews, PharmD

Lunch and Networking
11:45AM - 1:15PM

Keynote: Human Sensory Neurons Facilitate Translation of Basic Pain Science
1:15PM - 2:05PM
Patrick Dougherty, PhD

TTI-101: A Novel Inhibitor of STAT3 with Pain-Relieving Properties
2:05PM - 2:35PM
David J. Tweardy, MD

Machine Learning Approaches to Facilitate Discovery and Improve Patient Care
2:35PM - 3:05PM
Chris Gibbons, PhD

Afternoon Networking Break
3:05PM - 3:20PM

Cannabinoids for Cancer Pain Relief
3:20PM - 3:50PM
Josee Guindon, PhD

mPNST Growth is dependent on Nociceptor Activity
3:50PM - 4:20PM
Khalil Ali Ahmad Kasm, PhD

Poster Award Announcements and Closing Remarks
4:20PM - 4:30PM
Andrew J Shepherd, PhD

Silver Level

Vertex Pharmaceuticals


Contact Us:
Robyn P. Davis, MPH, Senior Continuing Education Coordinator, Continuing Education
Continuing Professional Education – Unit 1781
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
PO Box 301407
Houston, TX 77230-1407
Phone: 346-721-9712
Email: [email protected]


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Exhibitor Packages

Exhibitor Package - Bronze Level Price: $2500.00
Includes:
  • Recognition as a Bronze Exhibitor
  • 6ft. Tabletop Display (Draped) with Two Chairs
  • Number of Exhibitor Badges: 2
  • Complimentary meals (available with exhibitor badge)
  • Exhibit Location: Designated Location

Deadline for order commitment is 4/29/2025 12:00:00 AM.

Exhibitor Package - Silver Level Price: $5000.00
Includes:
  • Recognition as a Silver Level Exhibitor
  • 6ft. Tabletop Display (Draped) with Two Chairs
  • Number of Exhibitor Badges: 3
  • Complimentary meals (available with exhibitor badge)
  • Exhibit Location: Designated Location

Deadline for order commitment is 4/29/2025 12:00:00 AM.

Exhibitor Package - Gold Level Price: $7500.00
Includes:
  • Recognition as a Gold Level Exhibitor
  • 6ft. Tabletop Display (Draped) with Two Chairs
  • Number of Exhibitor Badges: 4
  • Complimentary meals (available with exhibitor badge)
  • Exhibit Location: Designated Premium Location

Deadline for order commitment is 4/29/2025 12:00:00 AM.

Exhibitor Package - Platinum Level Price: $10000.00
Includes:
  • Recognition as a Platinum Level Exhibitor
  • 6ft. Tabletop Display (Draped) with Two Chairs
  • Number of Exhibitor Badges: 5
  • Complimentary meals (available with exhibitor badge)
  • Exhibit Location: Designated Premium Location

Deadline for order commitment is 4/29/2025 12:00:00 AM.

Exhibitor Package - Non-CE Satellite Symposium Price: $15000.00
Includes:
  • Number of Exhibitor Badges: 0

Deadline for order commitment is 4/25/2025 12:00:00 AM.

Exhibitor Package - 1 - Additional Badge Price: $500.00
Includes:
  • Recognition as a 1 - Additional Badge Exhibitor
  • Number of Exhibitor Badges: 1

Deadline for order commitment is 5/8/2025 12:00:00 AM.

Exhibitor Package - 2 - Additional Badges Price: $1000.00
Includes:
  • Recognition as a 2 - Additional Badges Exhibitor
  • Number of Exhibitor Badges: 2

Deadline for order commitment is 5/8/2025 12:00:00 AM.

Exhibitor Package - 3 - Additional Badges Price: $1500.00
Includes:
  • Recognition as a 3 - Additional Badges Exhibitor
  • Number of Exhibitor Badges: 3

Deadline for order commitment is 5/8/2025 12:00:00 AM.

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