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Second Annual University of Chicago Multidisciplinary Breast Cancer Symposium
Chicago, IL US
January 31, 2025
Elevate the care of patients with breast cancer!
Join us for a dynamic and comprehensive symposium where we will dive into the latest best practices and tackle key controversies across medical, surgical, reconstructive, and radiation oncology. You’ll also explore essential topics like survivorship and supportive care, gaining practical strategies you can immediately implement in your clinical practice. Stay ahead of the curve with insights into this year’s most significant advancements and a sneak peek at groundbreaking therapies on the horizon. This is your opportunity to enhance outcomes for all breast cancer subtypes and empower long-term survivors, as we navigate the future of breast cancer care together.
Learn more at the symposium website!
Target Audience
This activity is designed for physicians and other healthcare professionals caring for patients with breast cancer.
Learning Objectives
After this activity, participants will be able to:
- Identify the principles of breast cancer survivorship;
- Discuss changes in surgical management of breast cancer including de-escalation of axillary surgery;
- Illustrate how the latest key research findings can be applied to improve clinical care and treatment strategies for patients with breast cancer;
- Describe how to manage common toxicities of novel therapies for breast cancer, including antibody-drug conjugates and novel endocrine therapies;
- Evaluate the scientific rationale and patient population of ongoing, relevant clinical trials in breast cancer.
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| Time | Activity | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | REGISTRATION | |
| 10:45 AM | WELCOME | |
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | BREAKOUT SESSIONS | |
| Provider Track: Challenging Cases Moderator: Rita Nanda, MD | Steve Chmura, MD, PhD, Olwen Hahn, MD, Fred Howard, MD, Nora Jaskowiak, MD | |
| Supportive Track: Survivorship, Lymphedema, Toxicities of New Therapies Toxicities Moderator: Nan Chen, MD | Survivorship: Maryam Lustberg, MD, MPH, Sudha Yarlagadda, MD, Donna Christian, APN Lymphedema: Maureen Beederman, MD, Scott Grumeretz, PT, DPT, CLT Toxicities: Heng Yang, PharmD, MS, BCOP, Joly Raju, MS, NP-C , Caroline Koffke, RN, BSN, OCN | |
| 12:00 PM | LUNCH | |
| 1:00 PM | Keynote Speaker: Survivorship in Breast Cancer: Managing Long-Term Toxicities and Recurrence Risk | Maryam Lustberg, MD, MPH |
| 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM | MEDICAL ONCOLOGY | |
| Updates in ER+/Her2- Breast Cancer | Nan Chen, MD | |
| Updates in HER2+ Breast Cancer | Sudha Yarlagadda, MD | |
| Updates in TNBC | Frederick Howard, MD | |
| Q & A | Moderator: Rita Nanda, MD | |
| BREAK | ||
| 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM | SURGICAL ONCOLOGY/RADIATION ONCOLOGY/PLASTICS | |
| De-Escalation of Axillary Breast Surgery | Sarah P. Shubeck, MD, MS | |
| Updates in Reconstructive Breast Surgery and Lymphedema Surgery | Maureen Beederman, MD | |
| Updates in Radiation Oncology | Steve Chmura, MD, PhD | |
| Q & A | Moderator: Nora Jaskowiak, MD | |
| 5:00 PM | ADJOURN |
*The agenda is subject to change.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago-Magnificent Mile
300 E Ohio St
Chicago, IL
60611
United States
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Explore breast cancer care at the University of Chicago via our website! For questions about the symposium, contact Meeting Achievements via e-mail.
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOTEL CHICAGO-MAGNIFICENT MILE
The redesigned DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago-Magnificent Mile offers a contemporary hotel experience with an urban-casual vibe. Its modern design features an open-concept lobby, and reimagined guest rooms provide a comfortable stay. Stay active in the fitness center, then explore nearby attractions like Navy Pier or stroll along the scenic Chicago River Walk.
Just two blocks from The Magnificent Mile, the hotel is within walking distance of Chicago's top shopping, dining, and entertainment options. It’s also conveniently located about 45 minutes from both Chicago O'Hare and Midway Airports, and near Northwestern Medical Centers, the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab, and the University of Chicago Gleacher Center.
Just two blocks from The Magnificent Mile, the hotel is within walking distance of Chicago's top shopping, dining, and entertainment options. It’s also conveniently located about 45 minutes from both Chicago O'Hare and Midway Airports, and near Northwestern Medical Centers, the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab, and the University of Chicago Gleacher Center.
Start your day with breakfast at the bar, enjoy a hand-crafted cocktail and shared plates at the HotHouse lobby bar and restaurant, or grab a quick bite and Starbucks coffee at Made Market. Unwind at the seasonal outdoor rooftop pool and terrace.
To book a room at a discounted rate, visit their booking website.
TRAVEL AND PARKING
To help plan your stay in Chicago visit https://choosechicago.com.
Chicago is truly a city with something for everyone, and January is a wonderful time to take advantage of all Chicago has to offer. Enjoy concerts at the city's many spectacular venues, visit one of many world-class museums, participate in unique winter attractions, or stroll down Michigan Avenue, “the Magnificent Mile.”
Parking is available in the garage connected to the hotel. Take a ticket upon entry, and you'll receive a parking validation sticker at the event to get the discounted rate of $17 for up to 12 hours.
Learn more about parking and transportation options at the Doubletree Transportation page.
Learn more about parking and transportation options at the Doubletree Transportation page.
ACCESSIBILITY The University of Chicago is committed to providing equal access appropriate to need and circumstances and complies fully with legal requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you are in need of special accommodation, please contact Meeting Achievements via email at support@meetingachievements.com.
The University of Chicago reserves the right to cancel or postpone this conference due to unforeseen circumstances. In the unlikely event this activity must be cancelled or postponed, the registration fee will be refunded; however, The University of Chicago is not responsible for any related costs, charges, or expenses to participants, including fees assessed by airline/travel/lodging agencies.
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CHAIR & CO-CHAIRS
Chair
Co-Chair
Co-ChairSteve Chmura, MD, PhD
Professor of Radiation and Cellular Oncology
Professor of Medicine
Medical Director, Comprehensive Cancer Center
Director, Clinical and Translational Research for Radiation Oncology
Disclosure Declarations
As a provider accredited by the ACCME, The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine asks everyone in a position to control the content of an education activity to disclose all financial relationships with any ineligible companies. This includes any entity whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. Financial relationships are relevant if a financial relationship, in any amount, exists between the person in control of content and an ineligible company during the past 24 months, and the content of the education is related to the products of an ineligible company with whom the person has a financial relationship. Mechanisms are in place to identify and mitigate any relevant financial relationships prior to the start of the activity.
Additionally, The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine requires Authors to identify investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration at first mention and where appropriate in the content.
Physician Credit
The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nursing Credit
University of Chicago Medicine is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Participants who successfully complete the entire activity and complete an evaluation form will earn 5 contact hours.
University of Chicago Medicine is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Participants who successfully complete the entire activity and complete an evaluation form will earn 5 contact hours.
American Board of Internal Medicine MOC Part II Credit
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 5 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 5 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.
Other Participant Credit
Other participants will receive a Certificate of Participation. For information on the applicability and acceptance of Certificates of Participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME, please consult your professional licensing board.
Other participants will receive a Certificate of Participation. For information on the applicability and acceptance of Certificates of Participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME, please consult your professional licensing board.
Please Note: The credit claiming process will close three months after the activity ends. Requests to claim credit after three months will be subject to additional fees.
EXHIBIT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE!
Take advantage of a unique opportunity to showcase your company’s products, services, and innovations to a targeted audience of healthcare professionals dedicated to breast cancer care. As an exhibitor at this highly anticipated symposium, you’ll have the chance to connect directly with key decision-makers, including leading physicians, oncologists, and breast cancer specialists. Whether you're sharing information about your latest advancements, engaging with attendees during scheduled networking breaks, or boosting your brand’s visibility through program acknowledgments, your presence will be in front of the professionals shaping breast cancer treatment and survivorship. Don’t miss this opportunity to position your company at the forefront of breast cancer care.
Download the 
prospectus or contact Meeting Achievements at support@meetingachievements.com or (219) 465-1115. We hope to see you there!
prospectus or contact Meeting Achievements at support@meetingachievements.com or (219) 465-1115. We hope to see you there!
HOW TO REGISTER
Please log in or create an account to register. Once logged in, select the registration type that best suits you. For help, follow our registration guide.pdf
guide.pdf| Registration Type | Non-UChicago | UChicago |
|---|---|---|
| Physician | $150 | $100 |
| Other Healthcare Professional | $75 | $50 |
| Resident/Fellow | $50 | |
| Industry | $500 | |
CANCELLATION POLICY If you cancel your participation in this conference, your registration fee, less a 50% administrative fee, will be refunded when written notification is received by December 31, 2024. No refunds will be made after December 31, 2024. | ||
CLAIMING CREDIT
After the activity, the credit-claiming process will unlock. Return to this page and click on "Complete Activity" to proceed.
Please Note: The credit claiming process will close three months after the activity ends. Requests to claim credit after three months will be subject to additional fees.
Please Note: The credit claiming process will close three months after the activity ends. Requests to claim credit after three months will be subject to additional fees.
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