Presenter: Abby Mecham, LCSW This presentation explores the mental health challenges faced by childhood cancer survivors as they transition from treatment into long-term survivorship. Participants will review common psychological concerns, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and barriers to accessing mental health services. The session highlights the...
Presenter: Christopher Kuo, MD This inspirational presentation explores the role of purpose, resilience, and human connection in pediatric oncology care. Through personal stories and professional experiences, participants will reflect on the impact of compassion, empathy, and meaningful relationships in supporting patients, families, and healthcare teams. The...
Presenter: Lindsey Murphy, MD, MSCS This presentation reviews the evolving role of CAR T-cell therapy in the treatment of relapsed and refractory pediatric leukemia. Participants will examine CAR T-cell fundamentals, indications for therapy, and current clinical applications. The session focuses on the recognition, grading, and management...
Presenter: Jody Pathare, MSN, FNP, CPHON This presentation examines the growing role of targeted therapies in pediatric oncology and the unique supportive care challenges associated with precision medicine. Participants will review molecular pathways commonly targeted in pediatric cancers, recognize treatment-related toxicities, and discuss strategies for monitoring...
Presenter: Jennifer Yu, MD This presentation reviews current and emerging treatment approaches for thalassemia, including novel medications and recently approved gene therapies. Participants will examine disease pathophysiology, patient eligibility considerations, and the benefits and limitations of available treatment options. The session also addresses the long-term medical...
Presenter: Lauren Guidry This presentation reviews advances in pediatric leukemia treatment, including evolving risk stratification methods, molecular profiling, immunotherapy, and emerging treatment approaches. Participants will explore how these innovations are improving outcomes while reducing treatment-related toxicity. The session also addresses nursing considerations related to treatment monitoring,...
Presenter: Michelle Apostal, DNP, RN, CPNP-PC, CPON and Sharon Bergeron, MSN, RN, CPN This presentation explores the development, implementation, and impact of clinical practice guidelines in pediatric hematology and oncology nursing. Participants will review how evidence-based guidelines support clinical decision-making, improve patient outcomes, and reduce variations...
Presenter: Rima Jubran, MD, MPH, MACM This presentation reviews the history, biology, diagnosis, and treatment of Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH). Participants will examine the evolving understanding of LCH, including recent discoveries involving molecular pathways and genetic mutations. The session highlights current treatment approaches and discusses the...
Presenter: Muhammed Usman Baig, MD This presentation provides an overview of pediatric brain tumors, including disease classification, tumor biology, clinical presentation, and treatment considerations. Participants will explore common pediatric brain tumor types, molecular pathways involved in tumor development, and factors influencing prognosis and treatment planning. The...
Presenter: Laura Vasquez, BSN, RN, CPON This presentation provides an overview of apheresis collections and their role in pediatric hematology, oncology, transplant, cellular therapy, and gene therapy programs. Participants will review collection processes, patient eligibility considerations, mobilization strategies, vascular access requirements, and differences between autologous, allogeneic,...
