5th Surgical Oncology Advanced Practitioner (SOAP) Conference

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LIVE

Thursday, April 24, 2025, 12:00 PM - Saturday, April 26, 2025, 5:30 PM, MD Anderson - Duncan Building, Houston, TX


AAPA Category 1 CME (16.75 hours), ANCC - Nursing Contact Hour(s) (16.75 hours), Pharmacotherapeutics (0.50 hours)

The SOAP (Surgical Oncology Advanced Practitioner) Conference aims to foster collaboration and share best practices among Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in surgical oncology. The program is dedicated to presenting the latest evidence on the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of solid tumor malignancies, and enhancing multi-disciplinary management for medical professionals involved in patient care and clinical research.

The 5th SOAP Conference in 2025 will build on previous successes by continuing to provide a valuable educational and training platform for APPs to enhance their professional development through learning from peers and advancing their knowledge in surgical oncology.

1. Describe recent advances in the surgical management of solid tumors originating from the following organ and/or disease sites: brain, spine, lung, breast, stomach, colon, rectum, liver, pancreas, biliary tract, appendiceal, prostate, kidney, bladder, skin, and bones.
2. Describe fundamentals of solid tumor imaging, and how to review and interpret pertinent findings from cross sectional imaging of the head, neck, chest, abdomen and pelvis.
3. Develop hands-on surgical skill training to include suturing techniques, dermascopy, wound care, and robotic bed side assist and laparoscopic skills.
4. 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.

Location:
MD Anderson Cancer Center Duncan Building (CPB)
Floor 8, Conference Center 1155 Pressler Street
Houston, Texas  77030

Sponsored by MD Anderson Cancer Center Division of Surgery

The 5th Surgical Oncology Advanced Practitioner Conference registration opens at 12 PM on Thursday, April 24, 2025 and adjourns at 5:30 PM, Saturday, April 26, 2025. 

The welcome reception is scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2025 at the Armadillo Palace at 6 PM immediately after the conference adjourns.  Transportation will be provided.

Call for Abstracts (PDF):

Abstract submission deadline has been extended to Friday, Feb. 14.

Click Here for Abstract Submission Instructions

The deadline for advanced registration is Friday, April 4, 2025.

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 are not 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.

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 28, 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. 

Ground Transportation

Houston is served by two airports, George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) and William P. Hobby (HOU). The following ground transportations 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 atwww.supershuttle.com.

Parking Information and Directions

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.

 

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 16.75 Nursing Contact Hours which includes APRN .50 Pharmacotherapeutics credit.

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 16.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until January 01, 2027. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

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 InterContinental Houston Hotel, 6750 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77030.  Early hotel reservation is suggested; the group rate is offered through Wednesday, April 16, 2025. The hotel phone number is (713) 422-2779 and then press 0.

When you make reservations, be sure to mention the "5th Surgical Oncology Advanced Practitioner (SOAP) Conference" to be assured of receiving the special meeting rate of $149.00 USD per night. Reservations and deposits received after Wednesday, April 16, 2025 will be confirmed if space is available and at currently published hotel guest room rates.

Event Summary:
5th Surgical Oncology Advanced Practitioner (SOAP) Conference
Last Day to Book: Wednesday, April 16, 2025

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

Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
The InterContinental Houston Hotel for 149.00 USD per night.

Book your group rate for 5th Surgical Oncology Advanced Practitioner (SOAP) 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.

Disclaimer: By clicking on "Exhibitors" you have left the accredited educational content of the course.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center wishes to express appreciation to the following companies:

SILVER LEVEL
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.
Merck

BRONZE LEVEL
Abbott
AbbVie Anti-Infectives
AbbVie GI-C
American Association of Surgical PAs
Association of PAs in Oncology
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
AstraZeneca Thoracic Oncology Division
Deciphera
Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc.
Intera Oncology
Invivyd
Ipsen
J&J Med Tech
La Roche Posay
Medtronic
Tactile Medical
Takeda Oncology
UTHealth Cizik School of Nursing

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